Abandoned in Plain Sight: The Vulnerability of Last Children on Buses The arrest of a 30 year old school bus driver in Navi Mumbai for allegedly sexually assaulting a three year old girl highlights the vulnerability that children face when left alone with authority figures.
This incident has sparked outrage and calls for increased vigilance, but it also underscores a disturbing pattern of neglect that requires systemic changes.
School buses often rely on hired drivers who may not be adequately vetted or monitored, despite being entrusted with the safety of children. The consequences can be devastating, as in this case.