Archive · 27 May 2025
Pondicherry University's New Code Sparks Student Uproar
The students at Pondicherry University are upset about new rules.
The university made a new code of conduct with rules for how students should behave.
The code uses vague terms and can fine students for actions like hunger strikes.
Students feel the rules limit their freedom to protest and express their opinions.
University officials say the rules are to maintain discipline and are similar to those at other universities.
Students disagree, arguing the rules give too much power to the administration and silence dissent.
They want the university to withdraw the new regulations.
Pondicherry University implemented a new code of conduct for students.
The code of conduct includes restrictions on protests and specifies penalties.
Students are concerned the code of conduct will limit freedom of expression.
University officials state the code is designed to maintain discipline.
Students are calling for the withdrawal of the new regulations.
- Who
- Pondicherry University students and administration are involved.
- What
- Pondicherry University implemented a new code of conduct for students and scholars.
- When
- The code was notified on Saturday.
- Where
- Pondicherry University campus
- Why
- The university says the code is intended to maintain discipline; students say it suppresses dissent.
Student Council
University Administration
Purpose of the Code
Student Council
Students: The code stifles dissent and criminalizes expression.
University Administration
Administration: The code is for maintaining discipline.
Protest Restrictions
Student Council
Students: The code unjustly restricts protests and peaceful assembly.
University Administration
Administration: The code maintains a healthy academic environment.
- Institution
- Pondicherry University
- New Regulation
- Code of Conduct
- Max Fine for Moral Turpitude
- ₹6,000
- Max Fine for Protests
- ₹10,000
- Main Protesting Group
- Student Council