Groups of students clash on JNU campus, two hurt

VIDEOS OF MEN ARMED WITH STICKS AND BRICKS SURFACED ON SOCIAL MEDIA ON THURSDAY

NEW DELHI: Two Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) students were injured after two groups of students clashed on the campus on Thursday afternoon, police said, adding that the groups were not affiliated to any political organisation or the students’ union.

No complaint was received till late evening from either of the groups, they said.

Deputy commissioner of police (southwest) Manoj C said that around 5pm, the police control room received a call that students were fighting each other near Narmada hostel on JNU campus. A police team reached the campus and learnt that there was a quarrel among two groups over a personal issue.

“Two students were injured and we have received their medico-legal certificates (MLCS). We have not received any complaint in this regard, so far. As and when complaints are received, we will take necessary legal action. The affiliation of the two groups with any organisations has not come to our knowledge. We are enquiring about the personal reason that led to the fight,” added the DCP.

Following the incident, videos of men armed with sticks and bricks also circulated on social media. One video showed at least 10 men, some armed with bricks and some with sticks, roaming within the campus. Members of student organisations confirmed that the individuals were not associated with student groups .

JNU registrar Ravikesh did not respond to queries seeking details about the incident and if the university had initiated any probe into the matter.