A headmistress in UP's Bulandshahr was suspended for allowing an 'iftar party' in a school classroom, violating conduct rules. The event, held with her permission after school hours, was recorded and shared online, prompting the suspension. This follows a similar incident at a Meerut university involving religious activities on campus.
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