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Education
Students protest at Chitkara University in Punjab over unverified missing‑girl claims
✍️ ANI News
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 02:01 PM
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A protest erupted at Chitkara University in Punjab after reports surfaced that two female students were missing, though authorities say the claims remain unverified.
Students and staff gathered outside Chitkara University in Punjab on Monday, demanding clarification after rumors emerged that two girls from the campus were missing. The demonstrators held placards and chanted slogans, urging university officials to provide accurate information.
University authorities acknowledged the reports but stated that the disappearance of the two students has not been confirmed by police or any official agency. They emphasized that the claims are currently unverified and that investigations are ongoing.
Local police were deployed to the campus to maintain order and to assist in any verification process. The protest remained peaceful, with participants calling for transparent communication from both the university administration and law‑enforcement agencies.
The incident has drawn attention to the need for reliable information channels on campus safety, as students expressed concerns over rumors spreading without factual basis.
University authorities acknowledged the reports but stated that the disappearance of the two students has not been confirmed by police or any official agency. They emphasized that the claims are currently unverified and that investigations are ongoing.
Local police were deployed to the campus to maintain order and to assist in any verification process. The protest remained peaceful, with participants calling for transparent communication from both the university administration and law‑enforcement agencies.
The incident has drawn attention to the need for reliable information channels on campus safety, as students expressed concerns over rumors spreading without factual basis.