Violent Clash Erupts at JNU Campus During Durga Idol Immersion: ABVP and Left Groups Trade Accusations

Oct 03, 2025 09:32 am CST

A confrontation between ABVP and Left-affiliated student groups occurred at JNU during a Durga idol immersion procession, with both sides making serious allegations. While ABVP claims their religious procession was attacked with stone-pelting, Left organizations accuse ABVP of using the Ravan Dahan event to promote Islamophobia by depicting former students Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam as Ravan, escalating tensions on campus.