Vandalism at Khan Sir’s Coaching Institute in Patna Triggers Student Protests, Police Investigation Intensifies

The attack occurred at around 10:10 p.m. when the assailants reportedly hurled stones at the coaching institute, causing significant property damage. During the violence, a security guard stationed at the institute was assaulted and sustained injuries severe enough to require hospitalization.

Following the incident, renowned educator Khan Sir alleged that individuals associated with a nearby coaching center were responsible for the attack. He initially claimed that shots had been fired during the violence, attributing the incident to professional jealousy stemming from his institute’s affordable fees and the academic success of its students.

#WATCH | Patna, Bihar: Shots fired outside the coaching institute of Educator Khan Sir near Musallahpur Haat. A security guard has been injured in this incident, now hospitalized. Patna SSP, SP, and multiple police teams on the spot. Allegations against another coaching… pic.twitter.com/qZwsMgcs0g

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However, police officials, after reviewing footage from closed-circuit television cameras installed in and around the area, stated that no evidence of gunfire had been found. Investigators indicated that the suspected individuals involved in the attack were linked to Gyan Bindu coaching institute.

The incident sparked outrage among students, with hundreds gathering on Wednesday to protest against the attack and demand strict action against those responsible. Amid rising tensions, Khan Sir appealed to students to remain calm and cooperate with the authorities during the ongoing investigation.

Law enforcement agencies have launched raids to identify and apprehend all individuals involved. A First Information Report has been registered covering charges related to assault and property damage, and the investigation remains active.

The incident has once again drawn attention to the intense competition and recurring tensions within Patna’s coaching industry. As authorities continue their probe, the attack on one of the city’s most prominent educational institutions has raised concerns about safety, rivalry, and law and order in the academic sector.