Students Should Not Become Political Tool by Joining ‘Cockroach’ Protest: DU Official
Vidheesha Kuntamalla | 24 July 2026 | The Indian Express
University students should not become a “political tool” by participating in the ongoing CJP-led protests, Rajni Abbi, Director, Delhi University South Campus, told The Indian Express, saying it is advised that students stay away from the agitation as it has, in its view, “turned into a political exercise.”
On Thursday, the university issued an advisory on X, urging students and faculty to stay away from Jantar Mantar, where the protests are being held. “Dear students and faculty, your safety matters to us,” the post said, warning that “any unlawful assemblies or demonstrations at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, which are strictly regulated as per the directives of the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India, may invite legal action.” It said participation in such activities could “pose serious risks to students’ personal safety and significantly impact their academic progress and professional opportunities,” and urged students to prioritise their safety and comply with the law.