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Delhi University puts second professor on leave over student harassment complaint
✍️ India Today
🗓 13 Nov 2026, 05:31 AM
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Delhi University has placed a second faculty member on leave after a student lodged a harassment complaint, marking two such actions within a few days.
Delhi University (DU) announced that a second professor has been sent on leave following a formal complaint of harassment lodged by a student. The university's internal inquiry committee reviewed the allegation and recommended administrative action, leading to the professor's temporary suspension pending further investigation.
The decision comes just days after a similar case, where another DU faculty member was placed on leave under comparable circumstances. University officials said the measures reflect its commitment to a safe and respectful campus environment and that due process will be observed for all parties involved.
DU's Vice‑Chancellor emphasized that the institution takes any claim of harassment seriously and will ensure that the investigation is thorough and impartial. The professor will remain on leave until the committee completes its findings, after which appropriate disciplinary steps will be determined.
Students and staff have been urged to cooperate with the inquiry and to report any misconduct through the university's grievance redressal mechanisms. The university has also reiterated its zero‑tolerance policy towards harassment and pledged to strengthen preventive measures.
The incident has sparked discussions across academic circles about the adequacy of existing safeguards and the need for clearer protocols to protect students from abuse of authority.
The decision comes just days after a similar case, where another DU faculty member was placed on leave under comparable circumstances. University officials said the measures reflect its commitment to a safe and respectful campus environment and that due process will be observed for all parties involved.
DU's Vice‑Chancellor emphasized that the institution takes any claim of harassment seriously and will ensure that the investigation is thorough and impartial. The professor will remain on leave until the committee completes its findings, after which appropriate disciplinary steps will be determined.
Students and staff have been urged to cooperate with the inquiry and to report any misconduct through the university's grievance redressal mechanisms. The university has also reiterated its zero‑tolerance policy towards harassment and pledged to strengthen preventive measures.
The incident has sparked discussions across academic circles about the adequacy of existing safeguards and the need for clearer protocols to protect students from abuse of authority.