AMU denies Hindu students permission to celebrate Diwali at venue
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has denied Hindu students permission to celebrate Diwali at the NRSC club on October 18, saying the space isn't available right after a big event on October 17.
While the university insists there's no ban on Diwali itself, the move has stirred up old tensions about festival celebrations on campus.
Echoes of Holi controversy
Student Akhil Kaushal, who made the request, warned that students might celebrate at the main entrance if no venue is given.
AMU's proctor, Wasim Ali, explained it's just a logistical issue, not a restriction on Diwali.
This echoes the Holi controversy earlier this year, when AMU initially denied permission, leading to protests before allowing celebrations under tight security.
The latest decision has brought those concerns back into focus for many on campus.