PRINCIPAL PARVEEN SHAIKH

Mumbai's Somaiya School sacks principal Praveen Shaikh for liking pro-Palestine tweets

The management of a Mumbai school, Somaiya School terminated Principal Parveen Shaikh, citing concerns about her personal social media aligning with the school's values. Shaikh, associated with the school for 12 years and principal for seven, called the decision "illegal" and "politically motivated." The school emphasized the importance of responsible expression and maintaining a diverse, inclusive environment. Shaikh expressed shock over her termination and hinted at legal action, highlighting the challenges of personal social media use for public figures like school principals.