Students demanded campus safety reforms after a woman was gang raped by college members. Alipore Court lawyers called for harsh punishment and urged no legal aid for the accused.
The NLU Odisha administration called the ongoing student protests “illegal” and accused the students of using “arm-twisting” tactics. The students started an indefinite protest, saying the administration has failed to solve their long-standing problems. They claim their issues have been ignored, forcing them to take this step. The administration’s statement has added to the tension between both sides.
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The Supreme Court today upheld the relief granted to Sayan Lahri, a leader of the Paschim Banga Chhatra Samaj, despite West Bengal Government’s challenge. Lahri’s arrest for leading a violent rally was contested by the government, but the Calcutta High Court granted him bail. The protests followed the rape and murder of a trainee doctor, sparking outrage.
