Thiruvananthapuram | A government higher secondary school principal in Kerala was on Friday suspended from service after allegations that he posted objectionable content on social media against Chief Minister V D Satheesan and circulated an edited photograph.

The suspended official has been identified as Javad S, Principal of the Government Model Boys' Higher Secondary School at Attingal in this district.

The suspension came three days before his retirement, which was due on May 31.

The suspension order alleged that Javad's social media posts were insulting and mocking in nature, and that they created a false impression in society.

It said that such content could mislead the public and create political polarisation among students and teachers.

"As a government employee, the use of social media in a way that defames individuals or the government is considered a serious violation of service rules. Based on this, the Additional Director General of Police (Intelligence) recommended strict disciplinary action against the principal," it said.