As reported by PTI, students' protests at JMI entered their 17th day on Wednesday, as the students refused to back down despite the university administration’s assurance that elections would be conducted within 15 days of the approval of the union constitution. The university on Wednesday alleged that the students had forcibly entered parts of the campus, broken windows, damaged surveillance cameras and other university property. It also shared visuals of shattered windows. The university’s clarification on the action being taken has yet to be issued. "What happened at Jamia Millia Islamia is very unfortunate, and I strongly condemn it. Student union elections have not been held there since 2006. The last time elections were held, there was a serious incident of violence, following which the process was suspended. A demand was raised for elections to be held, but some people were also involved in anti-university activities. Action was taken against those involved, but it was alleged that some innocent people were also targeted," Joshi told reporters. Joshi said a seven-member committee comprising senior deans and professors had been constituted in light of the demands put forward by the students. "The committee will examine the grievances raised by the students. We have assured them that their concerns will be looked into. However, the government will not tolerate hooliganism or rowdy behaviour by people who come wearing masks. A police complaint has already been filed, and I appeal to the Delhi Police to investigate the matter seriously," Joshi said. The protesting students have been pressing for a specific date for polls, which have been on hold for two decades. They have also sought a timeline for ratifying the student union’s constitution. Deepali Samaniya has been covering education for the past 2 years with a passion for SEO and a knack for crafting engaging stories. She specialises in... View More