Tensions remain high at Jawaharlal Nehru University as Delhi Police formally registered a case against six students following violent clashes that erupted on campus. The incident marks another chapter in the institution's history of student-police confrontations.
Violent Confrontation Rocks Prestigious Campus
The conflict began when security personnel attempted to remove protesting students from the university's administrative block. What started as a peaceful demonstration quickly escalated into a full-blown confrontation.
According to police sources, the situation turned violent when students began pelting stones at security forces and university property. The confrontation resulted in significant damage to campus infrastructure and left several security personnel injured.
Multiple Charges Filed Against Accused Students
The First Information Report includes serious charges such as:
- Attempt to murder
- Voluntarily causing hurt to deter public servants from duty
- Obstructing public servants in discharge of public functions
- Unlawful assembly
- Criminal intimidation
Police officials confirmed that the case has been registered at the Vasant Kunj North police station, with investigations currently underway to identify additional participants in the violent protest.
University Administration Stands Firm
JNU authorities have defended their decision to involve police, citing the severity of the violence and the threat to campus security. University officials emphasized that while peaceful protest is acceptable, violence and destruction of property cannot be tolerated.
The administration has vowed to take strict action against those involved in the clashes, stating that such incidents tarnish the university's reputation and disrupt academic activities.
Student Groups Cry Foul
Meanwhile, student organizations have condemned the police action, calling it an attempt to suppress legitimate dissent. They allege that security forces used excessive force against protesting students and that the FIR represents institutional overreach.
Several student groups have announced plans to stage further protests against what they term "police high-handedness" and the "criminalization of student politics."
The incident has reignited debates about campus autonomy, student rights, and the appropriate role of police in university affairs. As investigations continue, the JNU campus remains on edge, with both students and administration watching closely for further developments.
