The Economic Times

'Kept bothering me to reduce fees': UP school principal goes viral for shouting 'shut up, get lost' at parents; Her clarification divides opinion online

A viral video from Sunbeam School, Hardoi shows principal Mamta Mishra shouting at parents during a fee dispute, triggering backlash on X. Mishra admitted her language was inappropriate but said she was provoked, claiming the parents repeatedly pressed for concessions even during a school vaccination drive. The incident has sparked debate over school fee pressures and accountability on both sides.