Out of 148 schoolgirls who initially accused their principal of sexual harassment in the deputy commissioner's report, only six persist in pursuing justice, with 142 yielding to societal pressure. Those standing firm in their statements, including one from the scheduled caste and scheduled tribe community, are highlighted in the child welfare committee's social investigation report. The accused principal sought bail in a local court, which was subsequently denied.

Source: 142 girls forced to end fight against predator principal