The Supaul district administration has taken strict action against irregularities and negligence in academic work in government schools. In a significant move, Shobhakant Dev, the headmaster of Urdu Middle School, Suryapur, in Pratapganj block, has been suspended on charges of various irregularities. This action was initiated under the directives of District Magistrate Sawan Kumar by the establishment branch of the District Education Officer's office. The headmaster has also been placed under departmental proceedings.

According to the official order, the Block Development Officer (BDO) of Pratapganj submitted an inspection report to the district administration on October 1, 2026. The BDO conducted a surprise inspection of the school at 11:45 AM on September 30, where the headmaster's work style was found unsatisfactory, and several serious irregularities were uncovered.

The investigation report revealed that in 2025, funds allocated for the school's development were withdrawn without actually carrying out the promised painting and renovation work, simply by preparing false records. During the inspection, the headmaster could not produce the cashbook, stating that the school's records were kept at his home. Irregularities were also found in the Mid-Day Meal (MDM) records. The attendance register for that day did not show the number of students, and an examination of the MDM cashbook showed no signatures from the secretary of the school education committee since 2020.

Considering these serious discrepancies, stringent action against the headmaster was recommended. Under the instructions of the District Magistrate, Shobhakant Dev has been suspended under Rule-9 of the Bihar Government Servant (Classification, Control & Appeal) Rules, 2005. During the suspension period, his headquarters will be the office of the Block Education Officer, Triveniganj. A charge sheet will be issued separately, and further departmental proceedings will be conducted.