Assistant teacher Praveen Toppo from Primary School Machandand Kogwar in Balrampur district, Chhattisgarh, has been reportedly suspended after a viral video allegedly exposed him teaching incorrect English spellings to students.
In the viral video, Toppo was found writing and teaching spellings like “Noge” for “Nose,” “Eare” for “Ear,” and “Iey” for “Eye” in a viral video. He also did not know the correct spellings for the days of the week or basic family terms.
Following an investigation, the Education Department reportedly confirmed the allegations and suspended Toppo with immediate effect, according to The Daily Jagran,
Chhattisgarh Teacher Reportedly Suspended
The alleged incident took place at Primary School Machandand Kogwar in the Wadrafnagar block of Balrampur district in Chhattisgarh.
As per reports, Praveen Toppo was caught on video teaching students incorrect spellings for basic English words, including body parts and family terms. He even wrote these incorrect spellings on the blackboard.
The video quickly went viral, prompting public outrage and reportedly an immediate inquiry by the Education Department. The school has 42 students and two teachers, one of whom has now been suspended.
Officials’ Statements and Community Response
District Education Officer (DEO) M.R. Yadav reportedly ordered an investigation after the video surfaced. The cluster coordinator visited the school and allegedly confirmed that students were indeed being taught incorrect spellings.
Parents have expressed concern and requested that a qualified replacement teacher be appointed soon to ensure their children receive proper education.
Past Similar Cases
In the past, there have been several incidents across India where teachers faced disciplinary action for teaching incorrect spellings or demonstrating poor language skills.
Notably, in Himachal Pradesh’s Sirmaur district in 2025, an art teacher was suspended after a cheque he issued revealed glaring spelling mistakes, raising concerns about educational standards.
Similarly, two government schoolteachers in Rajasthan were suspended for spelling errors found in official English exam papers, highlighting systemic issues in teacher training and quality control. Such cases bring attention to the urgent need for proper teacher education and accountability to secure the future of students.
The Logical Indian’s Perspective
This incident once again highlights the urgent need for stronger monitoring, regular assessments, and improved teacher training in government schools. The Logical Indian believes that every child deserves access to accurate, reliable, and effective education, and that systemic gaps must be addressed to prevent such lapses in the classroom.
