After 2 decades, Jamia Millia Islamia announces resumption of student union elections
Jamia Millia Islamia university has announced the resumption of student union elections after a two-decade hiatus, contingent on the approval of a new constitution. However, students continue to protest, citing the administration's lack of clear timelines and demands for accountability.
Why it matters
The standoff reflects ongoing tensions regarding student representation and administrative transparency in Indian higher education institutions.
NEW DELHI: Jamia Millia Islamia has ordered the resumption of students’ union elections, stating that polls will be held within 15 days of approval of the union’s constitution.The university has also revoked suspension orders and show-cause notices issued to students during the ongoing protest and announced an inquiry into the conduct of security personnel during the agitation.However, protesting students have rejected the administration’s order, calling it ambiguous and insisting that the agitation will continue until their demands are addressed through clear, written commitments.An order issued by Registrar Md Mahtab Alam Rizvi on Monday, October 26, states that elections to the Jamia Millia Islamia Students’ Union (JMISU) will be held 15 days after the union’s constitution is approved.
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