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Crime
Midnight Clash at Patiala Private University After Social Media Rumor
✍️ Amar Ujala · Patiala
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 12:45 PM
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A rumor spread on social media sparked a late‑night disturbance at a private university in Patiala on Friday, during which students damaged a vehicle and clashed with police.
Patiala, Punjab – Late on Friday night, a private university in Patiala became the scene of a violent outbreak after a rumor circulated on social media. The unverified post allegedly claimed a serious incident on campus, prompting a large number of students to gather outside the institution around midnight.
Witnesses said a group of agitated students broke into a parked vehicle, causing visible damage to its bodywork and windows. The disturbance quickly escalated when campus security called the police, who arrived to restore order.
Police officers reported being assaulted by the crowd as they attempted to disperse the students. Several constables sustained minor injuries and were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. The police filed a case of rioting and assault, and a team was deployed to identify those responsible.
Local authorities have urged the public to verify information before sharing it online, warning that baseless rumors can lead to law‑and‑order challenges. An investigation is underway to determine the origin of the social media post and to hold the perpetrators accountable.
Witnesses said a group of agitated students broke into a parked vehicle, causing visible damage to its bodywork and windows. The disturbance quickly escalated when campus security called the police, who arrived to restore order.
Police officers reported being assaulted by the crowd as they attempted to disperse the students. Several constables sustained minor injuries and were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. The police filed a case of rioting and assault, and a team was deployed to identify those responsible.
Local authorities have urged the public to verify information before sharing it online, warning that baseless rumors can lead to law‑and‑order challenges. An investigation is underway to determine the origin of the social media post and to hold the perpetrators accountable.