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Crime
Minor Arrested in LPU Violence Case; Police Detain Student from Mandi District
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 02 Oct 2026, 09:01 AM
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Police in Himachal Pradesh have arrested a minor student from Mandi district in connection with the recent violence and vandalism at Lovely Professional University.
Police in Himachal Pradesh arrested a minor student from Mandi district on Thursday in connection with the violence and vandalism that erupted at Lovely Professional University (LPU) last week.
The incident at LPU, which has already seen several clashes between students and security personnel, prompted a swift investigation by the state police. The arrested student was identified as a local resident who allegedly participated in the disturbances.
This arrest brings the total number of detentions related to the LPU unrest to 12, according to police statements released earlier today. Authorities say the minor was taken into custody after a thorough probe and is now being held for questioning.
The police spokesperson confirmed that the investigation is ongoing and that additional arrests may follow as more evidence comes to light. The department has urged the public to cooperate with the inquiry.
LPU officials have expressed concern over the escalating tensions on campus and have called for calm. They have also pledged to cooperate fully with law enforcement to restore order and ensure student safety.
The incident at LPU, which has already seen several clashes between students and security personnel, prompted a swift investigation by the state police. The arrested student was identified as a local resident who allegedly participated in the disturbances.
This arrest brings the total number of detentions related to the LPU unrest to 12, according to police statements released earlier today. Authorities say the minor was taken into custody after a thorough probe and is now being held for questioning.
The police spokesperson confirmed that the investigation is ongoing and that additional arrests may follow as more evidence comes to light. The department has urged the public to cooperate with the inquiry.
LPU officials have expressed concern over the escalating tensions on campus and have called for calm. They have also pledged to cooperate fully with law enforcement to restore order and ensure student safety.