Violence erupted at Jawaharlal Nehru University during a Durga Puja immersion procession. ABVP accused left-wing student groups of stone pelting and attacking students. They claimed it was a conspiracy to disrupt JNU's cultural environment and suppress students' faith and cultural rights. JNUSU Joint Secretary Vaibhav Meena stated they planned to burn an effigy of 'Naxal-like Ravan' on Vijayadashami. The 9-day Navratri Durga Puja is celebrated at JNU, with idol immersion on the last day. The incident has brought student politics back into the spotlight. (Updated 2 Oct 2025, 23:49 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Violence erupted at Jawaharlal Nehru University during a Durga Puja immersion procession
- ABVP accused left-wing student groups of stone pelting and attacking students
- They claimed it was a conspiracy to disrupt JNU's cultural environment and suppress students' faith and cultural rights