India, Sept. 25 -- A sexual harassment controversy at a prominent school in the city escalated on Wednesday as the school principal secured an interim stay on a September 22 court order directing the police to register a first information report (FIR) against him.

The controversy was sparked by allegations of harassment and indecent behaviour against the principal in 2023. Five teachers had accused the principal of using vulgar language and creating a hostile work environment. They had also submitted complaints against the principal to the police and the National Commission for Women.

Although a preliminary inquiry was conducted into the matter, the police did not register an FIR, the affected teachers told Hindustan Times. In October 2...