Bihar Headmaster Suspended Over Alleged Sale of Mid-Day Meal Rice
The Bihar government suspended Sunil Kumar Srivastava, headmaster of a government school in East Champaran, after allegations surfaced that he sold rice meant for the mid-day meal scheme. The case emerged following a viral video and an inquiry that found discrepancies between rice stock and records. Srivastava's explanation was deemed unsatisfactory, leading to his suspension and initiation of disciplinary proceedings under state service rules. During suspension, he will report to the Block Education Officer and receive a subsistence allowance.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (40/100). Lens Score 56/100.
Outlets measured: zeenews, thehindu. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (38–42/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thehindu broke this story on 11 Oct, 04:46 am. Other outlets followed.
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