J&K elected govt invokes Article 311 for first time to dismiss teacher accused of raping student

The elected government of Jammu and Kashmir invoked Article 311 provisions for the first time to dismiss a teacher accused of raping a 14-year-old student who later died, facing POCSO and BNS charges. Previously, the Lieutenant Governor had repeatedly used these provisions to fire state employees without inquiry. This marks a shift in application by the elected government, signaling a tougher stance on sexual offenses against minors.