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Muzaffarnagar Professor Arrested Following Student’s Sexual Harassment Complaint

The arrest of Professor Dushyant Kumar comes after a final-year student provided evidence of harassment, prompting protests and an ongoing investigation.

The student, a final year student of Bachelor of Science, alleged that she was sexually harassed by the accused.
The incident came to light when the student approached her family and members of the Jat Mahasabha. (Sourced)

Overview

  • Professor Dushyant Kumar of Chaudhary Chhotu Ram Degree College was arrested on May 24 after a student accused him of persistent sexual harassment.
  • The student alleged that Kumar made obscene calls, coerced her during video calls, and threatened to fail her when she resisted, providing recordings and screenshots as evidence.
  • The complaint, filed via a women’s helpline on May 21, led to the formation of an internal inquiry committee, confirmed by the college principal.
  • Protests, led by the Jat Mahasabha, erupted at the college, with the group demanding strict action and warning of further demonstrations if justice is delayed.
  • Police have registered a case under BNS sections 75(2) and 352(1) and confirmed that investigations into the allegations are ongoing.