There has been no response from the school administration on these allegations yet.
Thane. A private school in Maharashtra's Thane district has sparked controversy after imposing a fine of Rs 50 on a student for bringing fenugreek vegetable in his tiffin during the ongoing Paryushan festival of the Jain community. This school in Bhayandar area has also been accused of preventing students from eating fenugreek and other similar green vegetables. Instead, children were asked to eat in the school canteen and Rs 20 was charged per student.
The alleged incident has drawn strong reactions on social media, with internet users raising questions about whether students can be forced to eat a particular type of food in the name of religious beliefs?
The Education Department of Mira Bhayandar Municipal Corporation has issued a notice to the school on the complaints of parents and sought clarification in this matter. However, there has been no response from the school administration on these allegations yet. A user named Vijay on 'X' shared the post alleging that a student was fined Rs 50 for bringing only fenugreek vegetable in tiffin in a school in Bhayandar.
He raised the question whether now in the name of religious customs, it will also be decided what the students will eat and what not? Paryushan festival is a major annual festival of Jainism known for fasting and spiritual contemplation. During this time, people of Jainism follow strict dietary rules, which include giving up green, leafy and underground vegetables.