Jamia Moves Classes Online Amid Students’ Union Protests
What Happened
Jamia Millia Islamia shifted all courses online on October 24, 2026, until further notice, citing student safety amid protests demanding students’ union elections. Five students’ hunger strike entered its 13th day. indianexpress.com The All India Students’ Association alleged that administrators assaulted protesters during negotiations. The alleged assault could not be independently verified.
Key Takeaways
The university has formed a committee to draft a students’ union constitution, but protesters continue to demand an election date, withdrawal of disciplinary action and removal of senior security officials.