How a rape rumour sent an Indian university into turmoil and emptied hostels
Summary
A private Indian university, Lovely Professional University (LPU), suspended classes after rumors spread that a female student had been raped on campus. The police have registered a case but have not found any proof or identified a victim or suspect, while protests caused violence and property damage.Key Facts
- LPU is one of India’s largest private universities, located in Punjab with thousands of students from India and abroad.
- An unverified claim about a female student being raped in or near a hostel triggered protests on and off campus.
- Police have not found evidence of an attack, no victim has come forward, and CCTV footage shows no signs of the incident.
- Despite lack of evidence, police registered a rape case against an unknown person after student demands.
- Protests turned violent with police cars torched, stones thrown, and damage to university property.
- Students and staff described fear and confusion, with many leaving campus or staying locked in their rooms.
- Key exams were postponed, and university authorities called the social media claims false.
- Police formed a special investigation team to look into the matter but have not confirmed the incident.
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