Chargesheet Against Neerja Modi School Names Top Officials

February 23, 2026

In a major development in the Jaipur school tragedy involving the death of a nine-year-old student, authorities have prepared a chargesheet against senior officials of Neerja Modi School. The document, drawn up nearly four months after the incident in November 2025, is set to be submitted to a local court and names key members of the school’s management and teaching staff as accused in the case.

The chargesheet follows a prolonged police investigation into the circumstances that led to the death of Amaira, a Class IV student who fell from the fourth floor of the school building on November 1, 2025. Her family had filed a first information report (FIR) alleging negligence and lapses in child safety and supervision, which sparked widespread public outcry across Rajasthan and beyond.

Names of Accused and Allegations

Snapshots of the chargesheet screenshot circulated online before its official filing revealed the names of three accused individuals connected to the case. They include:

• Saurabh Modi – the school’s owner

• Indu Dubey – the principal

• Punit Sharma – a teacher at the school

These individuals have been booked under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita specifically Sections 106 and 238, which relate to death by negligence and tampering with evidence respectively.

Police investigations referenced crime scene examinations, CCTV footage and forensic reports that indicated administrative negligence and possible attempts to obscure evidence. Independent inquiry by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) also flagged serious shortcomings in child safety protocols at the school, citing violations that could have contributed to the tragedy.

Background: What Happened to Amaira

Amaira, just nine years old, allegedly jumped from the fourth-floor railing of the school building, falling nearly 48 feet to her death. CCTV footage reportedly captured her climbing over the railing shortly before the fall a moment that has been widely shared and analyzed in media reports. Her parents have maintained that Amaira had faced persistent bullying inside the school for nearly 18 months, and that her complaints to teachers were dismissed or ignored.

A subsequent CBSE probe found multiple instances where classmates used abusive language against Amaira, while the school’s staff allegedly failed to intervene or provide adequate support, even when she repeatedly sought help. Investigators also noted that evidence near the site had reportedly been cleaned before authorities could fully document it.

As the case unfolded, the CBSE took the rare step of withdrawing the school’s affiliation, citing violations of child safety norms and procedural lapses. The board also imposed restrictions on admissions, requiring the school to comply with mandatory safety and anti-bullying standards before seeking future affiliation.

Public Reaction and Concerns

The case has triggered strong reactions across social media and community forums, with many residents, parents and child safety advocates demanding accountability and stricter enforcement of school safety regulations. Protests and candlelight marches were held in Jaipur last year, as citizens called for justice for Amaira and improved protection for children in educational institutions.

Supporters of the family have criticized the school’s handling of the situation, alleging that lapses in child supervision and inadequate response to bullying complaints contributed to the fatal incident. There are also concerns about leaked internal documents, such as the chargesheet screenshots, which have raised questions about investigative transparency and confidentiality.

Next Steps

With the chargesheet now ready for court filing, the case is expected to move into the judicial phase, where the accused will face trial proceedings. Authorities have pledged to ensure a thorough and fair legal process, while civil society groups continue to call for reforms in how schools manage bullying and student welfare.