Archive · 1 Nov 2025
Panjab University Students Protest 'No-Protest Affidavit'
Students at Panjab University are upset about a new rule that asks them to sign a paper promising not to protest if they live in the dorms.
They believe this rule unfairly stops them from sharing their opinions and disagreeing with things, which they feel is their right.
They have been protesting outside the main office for three days.
Even during a big alumni event, they kept their peaceful protest going.
They met with the university leaders to talk about it, but the leaders didn't agree to remove the rule.
The students feel the university is not listening to them and is taking away their freedom to speak out.
Panjab University students have been protesting for three consecutive days against a 'no-protest affidavit'.
Students argue the affidavit restricts their fundamental right to dissent and express themselves on campus.
The protest is taking place outside the Vice-Chancellor's office.
A meeting between student representatives and university authorities concluded without resolving the core demand.
Students insist on the complete withdrawal of the affidavit, which they deem undemocratic.
- Who
- Panjab University students and university authorities
- What
- Students are protesting an affidavit required from hostel residents that restricts their right to protest.
- When
- Protest began on October 30 and entered its third day on Saturday.
- Where
- Panjab University campus, outside the Vice-Chancellor's office.
- Why
- Students view the 'no-protest affidavit' as an undemocratic restriction on their right to dissent and freedom of expression.
- Protest Duration
- Three consecutive days
- Protest Location
- Outside Vice-Chancellor's office, Panjab University
- Student Demand
- Complete withdrawal of the 'no-protest affidavit'
- Reason for Protest
- Affidavit considered an attack on the right to dissent and freedom of expression
- Meeting Outcome
- No meaningful resolution reached between authorities and student representatives
