New Delhi, July 23 -- A student body at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has alleged that senior institute officials asked it to delete an Instagram video posted in support with students protesting over examination irregularities and denied permission for a peaceful gathering, saying it could "disrupt" the institute's relations with the Centre and "tarnish" IIT Madras' image.

According to the group, ChintaBAR, a recognised independent student body, it sought permission on July 20 to organise a peaceful gathering in support of students affected by paper leaks and irregularities in national-level entrance examinations such as NEET-UG and UGC-NET, as well as those participating in ongoing protests in Delhi and elsewhere.

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