A student at Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering and Technology in Chittoor tried to take their own life after the college allegedly demanded overdue fees and threatened to block students from exams.
This set off major protests on the Chittoor-Tirupati highway, drawing police attention and sparking heated debate across the state.
YSRCP demands probe, threatens statewide protests
YSRCP president and former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy blamed the ruling TDP-led NDA government, saying delayed fee reimbursements and Vasathi Deevena funds have left students struggling.
Education Minister Nara Lokesh responded that ₹5,000 crore was released over the past two-and-a-half years, and the government is making regular monthly payments.
The YSRCP is demanding an inquiry into delays and immediate release of all remaining funds, threatening statewide student protests.