PU Authorities Declare Holiday for November 26, marking a sudden shift in the administration’s earlier stand. Panjab University Chandigarh announced the closure after the Panjab University Bachao Morcha intensified its protest on campus. Students gathered in large numbers and demanded the long-delayed Senate election schedule, which remains one of their key priorities.
Initially, the university notified that November 26 would function as a regular teaching day and that examinations would continue without interruption. The Morcha responded with a complete shutdown call, stating that the administration ignored student concerns for far too long. The growing tensions pushed the authorities to reassess their position.
PU Authorities Declare Holiday after seeing the rising pressure and the possibility of disruption across the campus. Officials stated that the decision aims to maintain peace and ensure safety for students and staff. The holiday also prevents clashes between protesting groups and those attending academic activities.
The current protest follows earlier demonstrations, including a major shutdown on November 10. Students say that the administration has repeatedly delayed the Senate election schedule despite continuous appeals and discussions. They believe the schedule is crucial for restoring democratic functioning within the university.
The Bachao Morcha has announced that protests will continue until the university releases a clear and time-bound plan for elections. The administration now faces growing pressure to resolve the standoff before it escalates further.
