Bhubaneswar, April 23 -- An allegation of ragging at Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT) in Burla led to disciplinary action against four senior students. The authorities imposed monetary penalties after an inquiry into the incident.

According to information, the incident involved four senior students allegedly ragging a first-year student over his clothing and footwear. During the episode, another student attempted to record the incident on his mobile phone. However, the accused students reportedly objected to the recording and damaged the mobile device.

Clarifying the circumstances, university authorities stated that the incident did not occur within the campus premises but took place on the road in front of the main ga...