A member of the Milli Majlis (National Assembly) has called for a comprehensive review of security protocols in educational institutions following a shooting incident at the "Idrak" Lyceum in Baku.
Speaking to the Operative Information Center-OMM, Member of Parliament Vasif Gafarov stated that the shooting of a teacher by a student has caused serious public concern. He emphasized that the incident should be viewed not only as a criminal act but as a clear indicator of systemic weaknesses in the security infrastructure of educational facilities in Azerbaijan.
"The school is a place where teachers and students must feel completely safe," the MP stressed. "If a shooting occurs within school walls, it indicates serious gaps in security. How did a weapon enter the school? Why did entry-exit controls fail? These questions remain open and require immediate answers."
Gafarov urged law enforcement agencies to conduct a transparent investigation, holding not only the perpetrator but also those responsible for oversight accountable. He noted that in many schools, security measures remain formal rather than functional, citing instances where guards are present without real control or surveillance cameras are inoperable. He called on relevant authorities to provide a public report on the investigation and to implement systematic measures to prevent future tragedies.
In Azerbaijan, the safety of educational institutions is governed by strict regulations overseen by the Ministry of Science and Education alongside the Ministry of Internal Affairs. While most private and public schools in Baku are equipped with security personnel and surveillance systems, this incident has sparked a nationwide debate regarding the effectiveness of metal detectors and bag searches at school entrances. The "Idrak" Lyceum is a well-known private educational institution in the capital, and the incident has prompted calls for a standardized security audit across all secondary schools in the Republic of Azerbaijan.
