Archive · 22 Aug 2025
Sikkim University Expels Student Over Derogatory Nepali Remarks
A student at Sikkim University lost his place after making offensive comments about the Nepali language in a group chat.
The university investigated and found he broke the rules, which led to his expulsion.
This happened because he insulted the language and questioned Independence Day celebrations, causing a lot of upset on campus.
The university has a strict policy against hate speech and wants to make sure everyone respects each other.
Sikkim University revoked the admission of M.Com student Raj Shekhar Yadav.
Yadav was found guilty of making derogatory remarks against the Nepali language.
The comments were made in a departmental WhatsApp group between August 14 and 16.
The university's Disciplinary Committee determined the conduct violated the code of conduct.
Yadav's remarks also questioned the observance of Independence Day, causing campus outrage.
- Who
- Raj Shekhar Yadav, the M.Com student, and Sikkim University administration.
- What
- Sikkim University cancelled the admission of a student for derogatory remarks against the Nepali language.
- When
- Between August 14 and 16, the remarks were posted; the expulsion happened later after investigation.
- Where
- Sikkim University in Gangtok.
- Why
- Due to making derogatory remarks and violating the university's code of conduct, as determined by the Disciplinary Committee.
- University
- Sikkim University
- Student
- Raj Shekhar Yadav
- Course
- M.Com (First Semester)
- Offense
- Derogatory remarks against Nepali language
- Date of Remarks
- August 14-16
- Action
- Admission Cancelled
- Legal Basis
- Violation of University Code of Conduct, BNS 2023
