Two boys’ hostels of Gauhati University temporarily shut down following clashes

Guwahati: Two boys’ hostels of Gauhati University have been temporarily closed down following clashes between inmates after the varsity’s students’ union election last week, a top official said on Tuesday.

. The varsity authorities have also filed a police complaint and will ensure stringent steps are taken against those involved in the violence that left at least 12 students injured.

. Vice-Chancellor Nani Gopal Mahanta said clashes had broken out between boarders of RCC 1 and RCC 2 hostels on Friday night after the results of the Post-Graduate Students’ Union (PGSU) election were declared earlier in the day.

. Polling was conducted on September 26 peacefully.

. “The unfortunate incident of Friday night has tarnished the legacy of our University. About 12-13 boys were injured. Two of our security personnel were also hurt, with one admitted to the ICU,” Mahanta said.

. “The primary focus of students should be their education, but it seems there has been some deviation from it. With immediate effect, we are temporarily closing down hostels RCC 1 and RCC 2,” the VC said.

. He added that the boarders are being shifted to other hostels to ensure that they do not face any problems in continuing with their classes.

. Mahanta said a police complaint has already been filed and the culprits behind the incident will not be spared.

. “Our decision to close down the hostels for the time being has been taken keeping in mind the need for developing a healthy atmosphere. We will not tolerate anyone interfering with the education of our students,” the VC added.

. Among key posts in last week’s PGSU elections, the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad-supported candidate had claimed the president’s post, while the general secretary’s position was won by the Asom Chatra Parishad-backed nominee.

Two boys’ hostels of Gauhati University temporarily shut down following clashes

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