Archive · 24 May 2025
MLA Raises Ragging Allegations at Jadavpur University
A first-year student at Jadavpur University in Kolkata reported being harassed by older students.
The student, who is Muslim, says he was threatened and prevented from leaving.
MLA Nawsad Siddique intervened, writing to university officials and highlighting the issue's seriousness, given the student's background.
The university is investigating, but some officials suggest the incident was a political issue, and eyewitnesses say there was no ragging.
The accused research scholars have filed a counter-complaint against the first-year student, and an anti-ragging committee met to discuss the issue.
The Students Federation of India has asked for a detailed investigation.
This case highlights ongoing concerns about ragging at the university.
An ISF MLA wrote to Jadavpur University authorities about a Muslim student's harassment complaint.
The first-year student alleges he was ragged and threatened by research scholars.
The student expressed fear and concern about his safety.
The MLA highlighted the vulnerability of students from underprivileged backgrounds.
University authorities are investigating, while the accused scholars deny the accusations.
- Who
- A first-year student, two research scholars, and MLA Nawsad Siddique are involved.
- What
- A first-year student reported being harassed by research scholars at Jadavpur University.
- When
- May 2025
- Where
- Jadavpur University, Kolkata, West Bengal
- Why
- The student reported being harassed and threatened, prompting MLA intervention and university investigation.
Student/MLA's Perspective
University Authorities/Accused Scholars' Perspective
Ragging Allegations
Student/MLA's Perspective
First-year student alleges harassment and ragging by research scholars.
University Authorities/Accused Scholars' Perspective
Accused research scholars claim they were harassed by the first-year student.
Nature of the Incident
Student/MLA's Perspective
MLA Nawsad Siddique and the student view it as a form of ragging.
University Authorities/Accused Scholars' Perspective
University authorities, based on eyewitness accounts, claim there was no ragging, suggesting it was a political scuffle.
- Location
- Kolkata, West Bengal
- Institution
- Jadavpur University
- Key Figure
- Nawsad Siddique, ISF MLA
- Student's Status
- First-year undergraduate student of International Relations
- Accused
- Two research scholars
- Timeline
- May 21-23, 2025