CHENNAI: A physical education (PE) teacher at a government-aided higher secondary school in Kolathur near Mettur was caught on camera kicking students after they lost in a sports competition, as reported by Daily Thanthi.

In a video, the PE teacher, identified as Annamalai, was seen using abusive language directed at the students after they lost a football game. He made them sit on the ground and kicked them while wearing shoes. The teacher also slapped the students.

The video of the incident from a sports field has gone viral on social media.

Parents of the students have demanded strict action against the teacher.

Following the outrage, the Salem Collector has dismissed Annamalai.