
JNU Student Attacked Over Friendship with Woman, Loses Vision in One Eye
What Happened?
A Jawaharlal Nehru University student was attacked with a meat cleaver over his friendship with a woman, resulting in severe injuries and loss of vision in one eye. The incident occurred on November 5 at Barak Hostel.
Key points
- The attack occurred at Barak Hostel around 3 PM on November 5.
- The victim, Saurabh, is a second-year language student.
- Ajay, a fellow student, allegedly attacked Saurabh due to his friendship with a woman.
- Saurabh suffered severe injuries, including loss of vision in his right eye.
- Four students were injured in total during the altercation.
- The woman involved filed a police complaint, leading to an FIR against Ajay.
- JNU administration rusticated four students pending an inquiry.
Key insights
- The attack raises concerns about campus safety and student interactions.
- The university's response may influence future policies on student conduct.
- The incident could lead to increased scrutiny of interpersonal relationships among students.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the serious issue of violence among students over personal relationships.
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Source
India Today

