Calcutta High Court Bars Political Figures from Jadavpur University Events

The court mandates stricter campus security measures and questions the adequacy of private security, with a three-week deadline for the university to file a compliance affidavit.

• The Calcutta High Court has prohibited Jadavpur University from inviting political figures to campus events, limiting participation to academicians only.
• The court emphasized that only students are permitted on campus or in hostels, with exceptions requiring prior administrative approval.
• Concerns were raised about the effectiveness of private security on campus, with the court questioning why the university has not sought police assistance.
• The court's directives follow a March 1 protest during Education Minister Bratya Basu's visit, where a student was injured and property was damaged.
• Jadavpur University has been ordered to submit an affidavit within three weeks detailing steps to enhance campus safety and comply with the court's directives.

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