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SIT submits first report on Sep 27 SRFTI clash in Kolkata
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🗓 04 Oct 2026, 01:01 AM
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The Special Investigation Team has filed its initial report on the September 27 clash at the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute in Kolkata, outlining its findings and recommendations.
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) submitted its first report on the violent incident that erupted on September 27 at the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI) in Kolkata. The filing was made to the state authorities, marking the first formal documentation of the clash.
The Sep 27 episode turned into a confrontation involving students and security personnel, resulting in injuries and a few arrests, according to official statements. The SIT was constituted shortly after the incident to examine the causes and assess responsibility.
In its preliminary report, the team detailed the sequence of events, identified lapses in crowd management, and highlighted gaps in communication between the institute’s administration and law‑enforcement agencies. It also recommended immediate remedial measures and a review of campus security protocols.
State officials said they would study the findings before deciding on further legal action or policy changes. The report is expected to guide any subsequent inquiries and help prevent similar disturbances at educational institutions.
The submission underscores the government’s intent to address campus unrest through a structured investigative process, aiming to restore confidence among students, staff, and the wider public.
The Sep 27 episode turned into a confrontation involving students and security personnel, resulting in injuries and a few arrests, according to official statements. The SIT was constituted shortly after the incident to examine the causes and assess responsibility.
In its preliminary report, the team detailed the sequence of events, identified lapses in crowd management, and highlighted gaps in communication between the institute’s administration and law‑enforcement agencies. It also recommended immediate remedial measures and a review of campus security protocols.
State officials said they would study the findings before deciding on further legal action or policy changes. The report is expected to guide any subsequent inquiries and help prevent similar disturbances at educational institutions.
The submission underscores the government’s intent to address campus unrest through a structured investigative process, aiming to restore confidence among students, staff, and the wider public.