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Crime
Six Injured as Student Fight Over Contaminated Food Sparks Vandalism at Jalandhar CT Institute
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 20 Aug 2026, 11:39 PM
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A dispute over food allegedly containing tablet-like substances and wrappers erupted into a violent clash at the Jalandhar CT Institute, resulting in hostel damage and six injuries.
Jalandhar, Punjab – A heated argument broke out among students of the CT Institute after some reported finding tablet‑like items and wrappers in their meals. The disagreement quickly escalated, spreading from the mess hall to the hostel premises.
The confrontation turned violent, with students breaking doors, windows and furniture inside the hostel. Security personnel struggled to contain the crowd as the disturbance grew.
Police were called to the scene and arrived within minutes. Six individuals, including two students and four staff members, sustained injuries ranging from minor cuts to bruises and were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the alleged contamination of food and the subsequent unrest. The institute’s administration has promised a thorough inquiry and has temporarily suspended hostel access while the matter is examined.
The incident underscores growing concerns over campus safety and food quality standards in educational institutions across the state.
The confrontation turned violent, with students breaking doors, windows and furniture inside the hostel. Security personnel struggled to contain the crowd as the disturbance grew.
Police were called to the scene and arrived within minutes. Six individuals, including two students and four staff members, sustained injuries ranging from minor cuts to bruises and were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the alleged contamination of food and the subsequent unrest. The institute’s administration has promised a thorough inquiry and has temporarily suspended hostel access while the matter is examined.
The incident underscores growing concerns over campus safety and food quality standards in educational institutions across the state.