Viral Video: A festival meant for devotion spiralled into destruction, leaving Ambedkar University in turmoil. What started as a Vishwakarma Puja attempt soon turned confrontational, with confrontations deepening into full-blown clashes.
Broken offices, injured students, and a video now mark the aftermath of a day that was supposed to unite but instead exposed deep rifts. It leaves the campus community shaken and questions unanswered.
Viral Video Shows Violence at Ambedkar University Lucknow
A viral video has brought to light the Ambedkar University Lucknow violence that erupted during Vishwakarma Puja celebrations. On September 17, tensions on campus turned into a heated clash after a dispute over the religious program spiraled out of control. According to reports, students linked with the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) allegedly confronted fellow groups, leading to attacks with sticks and rods.
Offices were left damaged, several students sustained injuries, and chaos gripped the campus. The shocking footage shows vandalised property and violent scuffles, sparking outrage online. Authorities later confirmed that an FIR was lodged, and a probe is underway. The video has since spread widely, making the Vishwakarma Puja violence a troubling reminder of campus unrest.
Celebration Turns Chaotic, Offices Vandalised and People Injured
The Vishwakarma Puja violence escalated quickly after the program was stopped midway, triggering strong reactions from both sides. Students gathered near the main gate, where heated arguments soon turned into violent scuffles. By evening, clashes intensified as sticks and rods were used, leaving at least three injured.
Several offices inside the BBAU campus were vandalised, with property destroyed and furniture overturned. The viral video captures the shocking escalation, overshadowing festivities and leaving the campus scarred with tension and destruction.
University Authorities and Police Respond to Campus Unrest
Ambedkar University authorities and police rushed into action as soon as the campus violence worsened. The proctor had earlier tried to ease tensions, promising both groups that the matter would be reviewed the next day. However, the sudden evening clashes forced a direct police intervention.
An FIR was quickly lodged, and officials tightened campus security. Extra police forces were deployed at sensitive points, especially the main gate. The administration ordered a strict inquiry and focused on restoring peace across campus grounds.
Netizens React Strongly to Viral Video and Campus Violence
The viral video triggered immediate reactions online, with many users expressing outrage. One user commented, “Bahujan samaj jaag gaya lagta h,” showing a sense of rising community consciousness. Another user posted, “Violence, vandalism, and false cases against students for worshipping their god.. Shameful..!..”, expressing anger and frustration.
A comment remarked, “Another day, another campus, another attack on Hindu students. The ABVP office was vandalized, and members were injured. Where are the self-proclaimed’ champions of diversity’ now? Silence,” reflecting criticism of perceived silence from influential voices. Another user shared, “Shameful to see temples of education turning into grounds of violence,” displaying disappointment over campuses losing their educational sanctity.
The campus chaos has left scars deeper than broken walls, raising questions about safety, faith, and student unity.
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