Saralnama28 JNU students were detained on after clashing with Delhi Police at the campus West Gate. Left-wing students, protesting against ABVP, attempted to march to Vasant Kunj North police station. Police blocked them, leading to a scuffle. The detained include JNU Students' Union President Nitish Kumar, Vice President Manisha, and Secretary Muntiya Fatima. Left groups accuse police of protecting ABVP and not filing an FIR against them for an earlier incident. Police claim students broke barricades and injured six officers. The university administration has appealed for calm and increased campus security. This incident occurred just before student union elections, potentially heightening tensions. (Updated 19 Oct 2025, 16:34 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- 28 JNU students were detained on 18 Oct after clashing with Delhi Police at the campus West Gate
- Left-wing students, protesting against ABVP, attempted to march to Vasant Kunj North police station
- Police blocked them, leading to a scuffle