Panjab University unrest: Protests continue despite government halting reforms
Things got heated at Panjab University on Monday when student and farmer groups pushed past heavy security to demand university autonomy and immediate senate elections.
Police detained several protesters, leading to clashes near campus gates and a tense atmosphere throughout the day.
Tense atmosphere prevails on campus
The unrest led the university to declare holidays and shut down campus markets for safety.
Even after the government put controversial reforms on hold, protesters refused to back down—insisting on fresh elections before ending their sit-in.
With nearly 2,000 police deployed, major traffic jams hit the area, while well-known community figures joined students in solidarity.
For everyone on campus, daily routines were upended by closures and heightened security.