A shocking incident in Pontianak, Indonesia, has gone viral, involving a teacher who allegedly punished students by offering them the choice to kiss or eat cat feces.
The event reportedly occurred at a school after students were caught buying snacks outside school premises. The news has reached the acting mayor of Pontianak, Ani Sofian, who has requested an investigation by the local education department.
According to Ani, the incident did not occur at an elementary school but rather at a madrasah under the Ministry of Religious Affairs. She emphasized that if the allegations are confirmed, the teacher will face disciplinary action.
The head of the Madrasah Education Section, Aris Sujarwono, stated that they will investigate the details on-site. He warned that if the teacher is found guilty, they will be dismissed from their teaching position.
This incident adds to a wave of recent controversies in Indonesian schools, highlighting the need for better oversight and accountability in educational environments.