Raptadu classroom attack victim shows encouraging signs of recovery, says Nara Lokesh

Andhra Pradesh Minister for Education and IT Nara Lokesh has shared an encouraging update on the health condition of the Class 10 girl who was brutally attacked inside her classroom in Raptadu, Anantapur district.

In an update issued at 6 pm on November 9, Lokesh said the girl's condition had improved and that the medical team had successfully completed the latest procedures without any complications.

According to the medical update shared by the Minister, the plastic surgery team completed wound debridement and suture adjustments during the day. The wounds are healing well, and the girl tolerated the procedure extremely well.

In another positive development, doctors removed the sling from her left hand, allowing her to gradually begin moving the arm again.

The student continues to receive round-the-clock pain management and feeding support. However, her condition is stable, and the medical team is preparing to shift her from the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) to a general ward, where she will remain under expert medical supervision.

Describing the developments as an encouraging step forward, Lokesh said the girl was making progress and urged people to keep her in their prayers.

The latest update has brought some relief amid widespread concern over the attack on the schoolgirl, who was assaulted by a man inside her classroom. Her recovery continues under close medical supervision.