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ABVP protests security arrangements at JNU in Delhi
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 22 Sep 2026, 11:15 PM
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Students of ABVP staged a strong protest at Jawaharlal Nehru University demanding improvements in campus security.
Jawaharlal Nehru University in Delhi witnessed a vigorous demonstration by members of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP). The student organization gathered on campus to voice concerns over what they described as inadequate security measures. Protesters carried placards and raised slogans calling for immediate action to safeguard students and staff.
According to statements released by ABVP leaders, the group believes the current security setup fails to address recent incidents and leaves the university vulnerable. They urged the university administration and Delhi police to review and strengthen the existing protocols.
University officials have not yet issued a detailed response, but sources indicate that a meeting with ABVP representatives is being scheduled to discuss the demands. The protest remained peaceful, with no reports of clashes or arrests.
The demonstration reflects broader student activism across Indian higher‑education institutions, where security concerns have become a recurring theme. Observers note that the outcome of this dialogue could set a precedent for how campus safety is managed in the capital.
The ABVP protest adds to ongoing debates about campus governance and the role of student bodies in influencing university policies.
According to statements released by ABVP leaders, the group believes the current security setup fails to address recent incidents and leaves the university vulnerable. They urged the university administration and Delhi police to review and strengthen the existing protocols.
University officials have not yet issued a detailed response, but sources indicate that a meeting with ABVP representatives is being scheduled to discuss the demands. The protest remained peaceful, with no reports of clashes or arrests.
The demonstration reflects broader student activism across Indian higher‑education institutions, where security concerns have become a recurring theme. Observers note that the outcome of this dialogue could set a precedent for how campus safety is managed in the capital.
The ABVP protest adds to ongoing debates about campus governance and the role of student bodies in influencing university policies.