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Time of India
26-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Affidavit row rages, students block PU entrance for 8 hrs
1 2 3 4 5 6 Chandigarh: An eight-hour standoff unfolded at Panjab University's Gate No. 2 on Thursday, as students demanded that Dean University Instruction (DUI) Prof Yojna Rawat personally come to the protest site to hear their objections to a controversial affidavit restricting campus dissent. The DUI, however, had called students to her office at 3:30 PM — an invitation protestors refused, insisting that dialogue must happen at protest site, not behind closed doors. The protest began in the morning, with students blocking the gate, raising slogans, and burning copies of the affidavit published in the Handbook of Information 2025 (Part C, Page 129). The clause threatens expulsion, cancellation of admission, and debarment from exams for students who take part in protests or criticise university authorities publicly. Archit Garg, NSUI leader and former student council vice president, said, "We waited the entire day. If the issue affects students publicly, the administration must face students publicly too." The university, in response, maintained that it remains committed to dialogue. "PU is one of the few universities that holds student elections every year. We have never barred genuine concerns," said Prof Amit Chauhan, Dean Students' Welfare. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo "The DUI had allotted a time slot today, but students did not come. Even so, our doors remain open. Blocking gates is not the solution." As the evening progressed, student leaders from all participating bodies — including ASA, AISA, ASAP, ASF, HSA, HPSU, NSUI, PUSU, SFS, PSU Lalkaar, and others — ended the blockade after internal discussion, saying they would announce next steps soon. Earlier, AAP MPs Malwinder Singh Kang and Meet Hayer had also criticised the affidavit, with Hayer going a step further by writing to the Chancellor seeking its withdrawal. Despite growing pressure from students and public representatives, the Panjab University administration is yet to take a final decision on the matter.
Time of India
01-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Cyclists in Chandigarh rally for patriotism, health
Chandigarh: Over 450 students, faculty members, and citizens participated in a cycle rally organised by Panjab University, Chandigarh, in collaboration with the Chandigarh administration's department of sports, to mark World Cycling Day on June 1. The event aimed to promote fitness, sustainable mobility, and raise awareness about the contributions of the Armed Forces during Operation Sindoor. The rally began at Gandhi Bhawan, PU, and concluded at Tiranga Park in Sector 17. It was flagged off by dean University Instruction Prof. Yojna Rawat, with active participation from Registrar Prof Y P Verma and several senior university officials, including DSW Prof Amit Chauhan, DSW Women Prof Simrat Kahlon, ADSW Prof Naresh Kumar, and PU director of sports Dr Rakesh Malik. PU vice-chancellor Prof Renu Vig, in a message to participants, encouraged students to incorporate cycling and exercise into their daily routine as a step toward a healthier nation. Executive director of Sports Authority of India (SAI) North Centre, Zirakpur, Manju Shree addressed participants at the concluding point. The event saw participation from institutions such as MCM DAV College, PG Government Colleges Sector 11, Dev Samaj College, Government College for Yoga Sector 23, and others. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Encontre voos low-cost Voos | Anúncios de Pesquisa Saiba Mais Undo It also included the NSS wing, Chandigarh Sports Department, the SAI team led by Dr. Lalit Lohani, and members of the Chandigarh Cycling Association. The rally was organised under the aegis of the ministry of youth affairs and sports as part of the Fit India Movement. Chandigarh: Over 450 students, faculty members, and citizens participated in a cycle rally organised by Panjab University, Chandigarh, in collaboration with the Chandigarh administration's department of sports, to mark World Cycling Day on June 1. The event aimed to promote fitness, sustainable mobility, and raise awareness about the contributions of the Armed Forces during Operation Sindoor. The rally began at Gandhi Bhawan, PU, and concluded at Tiranga Park in Sector 17. It was flagged off by dean University Instruction Prof. Yojna Rawat, with active participation from Registrar Prof Y P Verma and several senior university officials, including DSW Prof Amit Chauhan, DSW Women Prof Simrat Kahlon, ADSW Prof Naresh Kumar, and PU director of sports Dr Rakesh Malik. PU vice-chancellor Prof Renu Vig, in a message to participants, encouraged students to incorporate cycling and exercise into their daily routine as a step toward a healthier nation. Executive director of Sports Authority of India (SAI) North Centre, Zirakpur, Manju Shree addressed participants at the concluding point. The event saw participation from institutions such as MCM DAV College, PG Government Colleges Sector 11, Dev Samaj College, Government College for Yoga Sector 23, and others. It also included the NSS wing, Chandigarh Sports Department, the SAI team led by Dr. Lalit Lohani, and members of the Chandigarh Cycling Association. The rally was organised under the aegis of the ministry of youth affairs and sports as part of the Fit India Movement.
