Clashes erupt at Panjab University; Police resort to lathi-charge on protesters

Babushahi Bureau

Chandigarh, November 11, 2025 — Tension escalated at Panjab University (PU) on Monday as Chandigarh Police resorted to lathi-charge to disperse protesting students and supporters gathered under the ongoing “PU Bachao Morcha.”

The protest, which coincided with the ongoing Senate elections, turned chaotic when large groups of students, farmers, and members of various organisations marched towards Gate No. 1 of the university. Despite repeated appeals from senior police officials, including the SSP, the demonstrators refused to retreat, leading to scuffles and eventually a baton charge.

Eyewitnesses said the protesters, including some Nihang groups, broke through barricades and entered the cam

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