Feb 14 • 10:18 UTC 🇮🇳 India Aaj Tak (Hindi)

Ruckus over UGC rules at Delhi University, case reached the police station

A protest by students at Delhi University over UGC regulations escalated into clashes and led to police involvement.

A protest regarding the University Grants Commission (UGC) regulations has been intensifying at Delhi University, where tensions erupted after a student group attempted to voice their concerns. The students are demanding the implementation of regulations ensuring equality in treatment across colleges and universities. The protest, initially organized by leftist student organizations on campus, escalated when confrontations occurred outside the Maurice Nagar police station, marking a shift from peaceful assembly to confrontation. The situation took a turn for the worse as protests continued throughout the day, culminating in an attack on journalist Ruchi Tiwari, who was covering the event for her YouTube channel, "Breaking Opinion." This incident exacerbated the already volatile atmosphere, prompting concerns about safety and the handling of protests at educational institutions. As the tensions mounted, the confrontation was serious enough to warrant police intervention, with the matter being directed to the Maurice Nagar police station. The students have articulated their demands for UGC rules, positioning them as essential for ensuring equitable treatment and fairness among all students, igniting a larger discussion on student rights and institutional regulations.

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