Hyderabad, Feb. 23 -- A teacher named Devayya, who teaches biology at a government higher secondary school in Khammampalli, Siddipet district, has been charged under the POCSO Act for inappropriate behaviour with female students.

According to reports, Devayya called several students into the science lab under the pretext of conducting practicals and engaged in indecent conduct and sexual harassment.

The situation came to light when the affected students confided in their parents about the harassment.

Subsequently, some parents lodged a formal written complaint with the school principal on Friday. The principal then informed the district education officer on Saturday.

In response to the allegations, parents and local residents gathered...