A Class 11 student at a girls' school in Bareilly was allegedly made to stand outside her classroom for an hour after requesting a sanitary pad during her menstrual cycle. The incident sparked outrage, prompting the student's father to lodge complaints. Authorities have confirmed that an investigation is underway, and appropriate action will follow.
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