On August 4, 2025, a 15-month-old girl was severely assaulted by a 16-year-old caretaker named Sonali at the Blippi Pre-School and Daycare in Noida’s Sector 137. The toddler was bitten, slapped, thrown to the floor, and hit with a plastic bat, as seen on CCTV footage.
Police arrested Sonali on August 7 and booked the daycare owner, Charu, for failing to intervene and allegedly threatening the parents when confronted. The child is under medical examination, and investigations into the incident are ongoing amid rising concerns about childcare facility safety in the region.
Shocking Abuse Captured on CCTV
CCTV footage played a pivotal role in exposing this horrifying abuse. The video shows Sonali repeatedly attacking the toddler despite her cries and distress. The mother, Monica, noticed red circular bite marks on her daughter’s thighs, confirmed by medical examination as human bite marks.
Despite the presence of five CCTV cameras and three other staff members at the daycare, no one intervened during the 15-month-old’s ordeal. Distressingly, the daycare owner, Charu, reportedly reacted with denial and hostility when the parents raised concerns, including verbal threats.
Background and Immediate Aftermath
Sonali, a minor herself at 16 years, had been working at the daycare for just about ten days before this incident occurred. The daycare operates from a residential 3BHK flat and employs three teachers alongside the caretaker. Sonali reportedly admitted to biting the child, calling it playful but police have stated this was due to irritation caused by the toddler’s crying.
No prior complaints against the daycare had been recorded, heightening concerns about lapses in safety oversight. Following the incident, police registered a First Information Report (FIR) under sections related to voluntarily causing hurt and criminal intimidation. Local child welfare agencies have been notified, and authorities are exploring further action against the daycare.
The Logical Indian’s Perspective
This deeply troubling case starkly reveals the critical need for urgent reforms in childcare oversight and accountability. It is unacceptable that children-among society’s most vulnerable-are exposed to harm in environments meant for their protection and growth.
The Logical Indian calls for stringent operational transparency, rigorous staff training, and regular inspection protocols to ensure adequate safeguarding. Additionally, there must be clear accountability for daycare owners and employees to prevent such abuses.
Communities and policymakers must collaborate to build robust protective frameworks that uphold empathy, ethics, and respect in caregiving.
