Solidarity Rallies Against JNU Disciplinary Actions

A coalition of student organizations, teachers, and Members of Parliament voiced support for the JNUSU and condemned the university's disciplinary actions. They called for the reversal of rustications and fines, arguing that these measures undermine democratic spaces and academic freedom on campus.

Student organizations, faculty members, and Members of Parliament gathered for a joint press conference to support the Jawaharlal Nehru University Students' Union (JNUSU) and challenge the university's recent disciplinary measures against its office bearers.

Speakers called on JNU administration to reverse the rustication and fines imposed on student leaders. They argued such punitive actions compromise democratic spaces and weaken public higher education at the university. Lok Sabha MP Raja Ram Singh criticized the exclusionary practices, noting ongoing efforts since 2014 to undermine JNU.

Rajya Sabha MP V Sivadasan expressed concerns over hindered student research due to restricted library access, labeling it an attack on democratic rights. Sashikant Senthil, Karnataka Congress MP, characterized the rustication as unprecedented, condemning its effect on free thinking. Despite immediate queries, JNU administration remained unresponsive.

(With inputs from agencies.)