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LPU Phagwara Denies Rumours as Police Set Up SIT to Probe Case
✍️ tribuneindia.com
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 10:49 AM
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Lovely Professional University in Phagwara refuted circulating rumours, while police announced the formation of a Special Investigation Team to look into the matter.
Lovely Professional University (LPU) in Phagwara, Punjab, issued a statement on Monday denying the authenticity of rumours that have been circulating about the institution. The university said the claims are unfounded and urged the public to rely only on verified information.
In parallel, the Punjab police announced that a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been constituted to probe the underlying case that sparked the rumours. The police did not disclose details of the case, citing the need to preserve the integrity of the investigation.
LPU’s spokesperson emphasized that the university is cooperating fully with law‑enforcement agencies and that no official complaint has been lodged against the campus. The statement also requested media outlets to refrain from sensationalising the issue.
Authorities have asked anyone with credible information to come forward, while the SIT will operate under the supervision of senior police officials. No further updates have been provided as the investigation proceeds.
In parallel, the Punjab police announced that a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been constituted to probe the underlying case that sparked the rumours. The police did not disclose details of the case, citing the need to preserve the integrity of the investigation.
LPU’s spokesperson emphasized that the university is cooperating fully with law‑enforcement agencies and that no official complaint has been lodged against the campus. The statement also requested media outlets to refrain from sensationalising the issue.
Authorities have asked anyone with credible information to come forward, while the SIT will operate under the supervision of senior police officials. No further updates have been provided as the investigation proceeds.