Sikkim University Student Arrested Over Nepali Language Remarks

A Sikkim University student from Uttar Pradesh was arrested for allegedly making derogatory remarks about the Nepali language, prompting local student protests. The student, Raj Shekhar Yadav, apologised and sought forgiveness after his WhatsApp post sparked controversy. Authorities and the university are yet to respond officially.

A student of Sikkim University, originally from Uttar Pradesh, was detained on Tuesday for making derogatory remarks about the Nepali language, according to officials.

The arrest followed a complaint by local students, leading police to apprehend Raj Shekhar Yadav at the university for questioning.

Yadav's comments on a WhatsApp post stirred outrage, prompting his apology. The Sikkim University Students Association criticized his remarks and emphasized Nepali's official status in India.

(With inputs from agencies.)