JNU: Left-leaning students protest against police, clash with them

India Oct 18, 2025

On Saturday evening, Left-leaning student groups at JNU protested at the West Gate, demanding police action against ABVP members for alleged campus violence.
Things got tense—students say police used force, with JNUSU president Nitish Kumar and SPS councilor Abhishek reportedly injured, and Abhishek hospitalized.

Clash comes just before JNU's student union elections

This clash comes just before JNU's student union elections, adding to already high political tensions on campus.
Police detained 28 students after saying protesters broke barricades and blocked traffic.
With both sides accusing each other of violence, there are concerns about safety and fairness at the university, and a need for real dialogue to prevent things from spiraling further.