Archive · 2 Aug 2025
Campus Safety Concerns Rise Amidst Recent Harassment Cases
Recent incidents of violence and harassment at Indian colleges have raised concerns about student safety.
Protests have been sparked by cases like the RG Kar rape and murder, an alleged suicide due to harassment in Odisha, and intrusive practices in Thane.
Students and organizations are calling for action.
They demand justice for victims, thorough investigations, and better support systems within educational institutions, including the proper function of existing committees to address these issues.
Multiple incidents of sexual harassment and violence have occurred on college campuses across India.
A student at RG Kar Medical College was raped and murdered last year, sparking protests.
An Odisha college student died by suicide after allegedly being harassed by a professor.
In Thane, female students were allegedly subjected to intrusive menstruation checks.
Student organizations are demanding safer campuses, justice, and improved support systems.
- Who
- Students, student organizations (like SFI), and faculty members.
- What
- Incidents of violence and harassment on college campuses and student protests.
- When
- Multiple incidents throughout the last year, with protests and events in July and August.
- Where
- Across various college campuses in India, including Kolkata, Odisha, Thane, and Delhi.
- Why
- To demand justice, improved campus safety, and better support systems for students.
Student Activists
Faculty/Administration
Student vs. Faculty
Student Activists
Demand justice for victims and better working support systems.
Faculty/Administration
Some faculty members believe students could resolve issues early through conversation and mediation.
- Incident Types
- Rape, murder, harassment, and intrusive practices
- Locations
- Kolkata, Odisha, Thane, Delhi, and other locations
- Organizations Involved
- SFI, student forums, ICC, GSCASH
- Key Issue
- Campus safety and lack of trust in existing support systems
- Demands
- Justice, transparent investigations, and proper function of ICC and GSCASH
