India, Feb. 24 -- Tensions have erupted on the campus of Jawaharlal Nehru University as students stage widespread protests against Vice-Chancellor Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit over her recent comments perceived as casteist.

What began as peaceful demonstrations escalated into clashes between rival student groups, with protesters demanding the VC's resignation and her statement withdrawn. The unrest has brought academic activities to a standstill in parts of the campus and ignited a broader debate on caste, equity regulations, and campus governance.

JNU Protest Against VC Hundreds of students gathered for late-night marches after the JNU Students' Union (JNUSU) called for an "Equality March" towards the East Gate near the VC's residence t...