Campus Clashes: Disputed Syndicate Election Sparks Protests at Kerala University

Left-leaning student and teachers' organisations protested following the syndicate election at Kerala University, with objections over vote counting involving the Vice Chancellor. Altercations occurred as 15 votes were excluded on court orders, potentially altering the result. The final decision is pending the court verdict, expected on Wednesday.

Protests erupted at Kerala University on Monday after a contentious 12-member syndicate election, with left-leaning student and teachers' organisations clashing with police over the Vice Chancellor's handling of vote counting.

During the morning's election, 98 senate members participated, but 15 votes were excluded per Kerala High Court directions, leading to friction. Vice Chancellor Mohanan Kunnummal announced preliminary results, maintaining decisions are contingent on the court's ruling.

As tensions simmer, Kunnummal reported sabotage on his vehicle during the protests. The university anticipates the court's decisive verdict on Wednesday.