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Violence erupts over sexual assault allegation at Punjab's Lovely Professional University, administration refutes claim
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 28 Sep 2026, 06:38 AM
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A disturbance broke out after a sexual assault allegation was raised at Lovely Professional University in Phagwara, Punjab, while the university officials have denied that any such incident occurred.
Lovely Professional University (LPU) in Phagwara, Punjab, became the focus of public unrest after a claim of sexual assault was reported on its campus. Witnesses said a group of students confronted each other, leading to a brief but intense clash that attracted attention from local media.
University officials issued a statement shortly after, asserting that no sexual assault had taken place and that the reports were unfounded. The administration also emphasized that it follows strict safety protocols and encourages any genuine complaints to be reported through its grievance redressal system.
Law enforcement agencies were called to the scene to restore order and assess the situation. While no injuries were confirmed, the incident has sparked a debate on campus safety and the mechanisms for handling such allegations in Indian higher‑education institutions.
The university’s denial has been met with mixed reactions from students and faculty, some calling for an independent inquiry, while others urge calm and adherence to due process.
Authorities continue to monitor the situation, and further updates are expected as investigations proceed.
University officials issued a statement shortly after, asserting that no sexual assault had taken place and that the reports were unfounded. The administration also emphasized that it follows strict safety protocols and encourages any genuine complaints to be reported through its grievance redressal system.
Law enforcement agencies were called to the scene to restore order and assess the situation. While no injuries were confirmed, the incident has sparked a debate on campus safety and the mechanisms for handling such allegations in Indian higher‑education institutions.
The university’s denial has been met with mixed reactions from students and faculty, some calling for an independent inquiry, while others urge calm and adherence to due process.
Authorities continue to monitor the situation, and further updates are expected as investigations proceed.