In University:Behind Closed Doors

Behind Closed Doors

It began like any normal semester.

Students at a well-known University in Pakistan began attending their lectures as usual. Among them were students in the Computer Software Department, a place where students dream of launching tech careers, building apps, and writing code. But for many female students, the nightmare began not in a lab—but in an English class.

Their English teacher, assigned to the Software Department, was meant to help students improve communication for the tech world. Instead, he used his authority to fail female students and then offer them a disturbing “deal” — pass the subject in exchange for sexual favors.

This wasn’t a misunderstanding. This was a calculated trap set by someone who believed power protects predators.

The Abuse of Grades and Trust

One student, let’s call her Amina, failed her English midterm despite her good performance. When she went to the teacher for guidance, she expected academic help. But instead, she was met with cold manipulation.

“I can fix your grade,” he said. “But you’ll have to give me something back.”

She froze. Was he joking? He wasn’t.

Other girls had heard similar comments. Some were offered “private help” after hours. Others were called into his office for “extra sessions.” Many didn’t speak out—not because they weren’t hurt, but because they were afraid: of being blamed, ignored, or punished further.

Media’s Role: Exposing the Monster

Everything changed when one brave student reached out to an investigative journalism team, led by a respected national anchor.

The team went undercover. Using hidden cameras and carefully planned interactions, they captured undeniable proof of the teacher offering to change grades in exchange for physical favors.

The video footage was aired nationwide. His face, his words, and his actions were exposed to millions.

Finally, the predator had no place left to hide.

Why This Keeps Happening

This wasn’t the first case like this—and sadly, it won’t be the last.

There are three major reasons such abuse continues in Pakistani universities:

Victim-blaming culture: Girls fear they will be blamed or called liars.

Institutional silence: Universities try to bury scandals to “protect reputation.”

Lack of legal action: Offenders are often quietly let go without punishment.

Until these root issues are solved, many more “Aminas” will continue to suffer in silence.

Silence Is Not Safety — Speak Up

To every female student:

If this has happened to you, you are not alone.

It is not your fault.

You do not deserve to suffer quietly.

Speaking up is not shameful—it is powerful. You are not just protecting yourself—you are protecting the girls who come after you.

If your voice shakes, speak anyway. If you’re afraid, find someone to stand with you. But never let fear allow evil to grow.

Institutions Must Take Accountability

The Head of Department (HOD), dean, and university management have a critical role in these cases. Silence or delay is not neutrality—it is complicity.

Every university must:

Create zero-tolerance harassment policies

Train faculty and staff on ethics and boundaries

Offer anonymous complaint systems

Take immediate action when reports come in

If a university protects the abuser, it loses its moral right to educate.

Justice Must Be Real and Public

When a teacher violates trust, it’s not just a crime—it’s a betrayal.

If a famous actor or influencer can face jail time for misconduct, so must university staff, especially those dealing with vulnerable students.

The guilty teacher in this case should face:

Job termination

Legal action under harassment laws

Public listing as an academic offender

A ban from all future teaching roles

Justice must not just be done—it must be seen. Only then will it become a warning to others.

This Is Bigger Than One Case

This is not just about one man, or one department, or even one university.

It’s about a broken system where power goes unchecked, and victims are left with fear and shame. But it’s also about hope—because the media did its job, the truth came out, and victims found courage.

We must use this moment to push for permanent change in all universities across Pakistan.

Final Thoughts & Advice

To female students: Know your rights. Support each other. Never feel ashamed to speak up.

To male students: If you witness something wrong—say something. Be allies.

To university staff: Protect your students. Investigate, punish, and reform.

To the media: Keep being bold—but always protect victims’ identities and dignity.

To society: Blame the abuser—not the victim. Stand with truth, even when it’s uncomfortable.

Let this be a warning, a lesson, and a turning point.

Education must never come with a cost to dignity. If we do not protect our students inside the classroom, then what kind of future are we building outside it?

Reference Video Link:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19WZeH_s90Q