India university protests: LPU unrest in Punjab after alleged rape claim, police investigate
Massive student protests broke out at Lovely Professional University (LPU) in Punjab’s Phagwara early Sunday after reports circulated on social media about the alleged rape of a university student on campus. Police said the investigation is ongoing and they have not yet confirmed whether the alleged incident took place within the university premises. The identity of the accused has not been…
Protests erupted at Lovely Professional University (LPU) in Punjab’s Phagwara early Sunday following reports of an alleged rape on campus. Social media circulated claims of a female student being allegedly raped within the university premises. Police stated that the investigation is ongoing and have not confirmed whether the incident occurred within the university grounds.
An FIR has been registered against multiple unidentified individuals. Police spokesperson, DIG Jalandhar Range Naveen Singla, reported that protests began around 2am after the allegations spread online. LPU students allegedly damaged property on campus and blocked the Chandigarh-Amritsar National Highway during the demonstration.
The alleged victim, who was staying in a hostel, has since returned home. Police stated they will conduct a comprehensive investigation, including forensic and CCTV analyses, in consultation with student representatives. Students have demanded reforms, including female staff in women's hostels, a review of safety measures, and a meeting with university administration at noon.
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