New Delhi, Oct. 24 -- Amid continuous protests by students demanding restoration of the students' union, the Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) on Saturday announced that it will conduct classes of all courses through "online mode with immediate effect until further notice".

The university, in a notice, said that the decision to shift classes online has been taken as a "precautionary measure" to ensure the safety and well-being of students.

"All Deans/Heads/Directors and faculty members as well as all bonafide students are hereby directed to adhere to the online class schedule and ensure regular participation in academic activities. All faculty members are requested to make the necessary arrangements for conducting classes through online platfo...