A serious incident of alleged physical assault has rocked the prestigious Delhi University campus, prompting immediate administrative action. The university has constituted a six-member fact-finding committee to investigate claims that a teacher slapped a member of the Students' Federation of India (SFI) during what witnesses describe as a heated argument.
The Controversial Encounter
According to multiple accounts from students present at the scene, the confrontation unfolded when SFI member Anshul approached Professor Nandita Narain of the Mathematics department. The discussion, which began as a routine conversation, reportedly escalated quickly into a verbal spat before turning physical.
"The professor lost her temper and slapped the student during the argument," claimed one eyewitness who preferred to remain anonymous. "The situation became extremely tense, and other students had to intervene to prevent further escalation."
University's Swift Response
Responding to the gravity of the situation, Delhi University authorities moved quickly to address the controversy. The six-member probe panel, comprising senior faculty members and administrators, has been tasked with conducting a thorough investigation into the entire incident.
The committee's mandate includes:
- Interviewing all parties involved in the incident
- Collecting statements from eyewitnesses
- Reviewing any available CCTV footage
- Submitting a detailed report with findings and recommendations
Growing Campus Tensions
This incident comes at a time when student-teacher relationships in Indian universities are already under scrutiny. Student union representatives have demanded strict action against the professor, calling the physical assault "completely unacceptable" and demanding an apology.
Meanwhile, supporters of the professor argue that there might be more to the story than what initially meets the eye. They suggest that the committee should consider the context and circumstances that led to the altercation before reaching any conclusions.
The university administration has appealed for calm on campus while the investigation is underway, emphasizing that due process will be followed and appropriate action will be taken based on the committee's findings.
