Balasore: A headmaster of an ashram school in Mayurbhanj district was arrested on Tuesday following allegations of sexual abuse by a Class VI student.The accused headmaster had reportedly gone absconding after a complaint was filed. Following a search operation, he was detained at his residence late on Monday night, Rairangpur superintendent of police Suresh Patra said, adding that further investigation into the case is underway.According to police, the alleged incident took place on Sept 25. The accused allegedly called the Class VI girl to his office on the pretext of closing doors and windows. The minor later alleged that she was sexually abused inside the office.Sources said the student initially informed two hostel matrons about the incident. However, it is alleged that efforts were made to suppress the matter. The incident came to light after the student informed her parents about it over phone on Monday.Acting on a written complaint lodged by the girl’s father, police launched an investigation. A case was registered under the relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act and other applicable laws.Police are also examining all aspects of the incident, including allegations that attempts were made to conceal the matter.