India, Dec. 8 -- Three officials from the Palghar Zilla Parishad's education department have been suspended for alleged negligence, following an inquiry into the death of a 13-year-old student last month. The Class 6 student died days after she was allegedly punished with 100 sit-ups by her teacher at Shri Hanumant Vidyamandir in Kuvarapada, Vasai (East), for arriving late to school.

Those suspended include a group education officer, an extension officer, and the centre head (Vasai). Officials said the action was taken after an investigation confirmed lapses on their part.

Following the student's death, the Education Department had set up a committee to probe allegations made by her parents. The parents claimed the school building was u...