{"id":6372,"date":"2026-01-12T12:47:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-12T07:17:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsunitedindia.com\/?p=6372"},"modified":"2026-01-12T12:47:00","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T07:17:00","slug":"a-presidency-university-student-alleges-ideological-raggingdeath-threats-fears-for-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsunitedindia.com\/?p=6372","title":{"rendered":"A Presidency University Student Alleges Ideological Ragging,Death Threats -Fears for Life."},"content":{"rendered":"

Exclusive !\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Kolkata|12th January 2026:<\/strong><\/p>\n

A Second Year Political Science Student of Presidency College<\/strong> has alleged that he was subjected to severe ideological ragging, intimidation and explicit death threats by a group of fellow students, triggering serious concerns over campus safety and political intolerance at one of Kolkata\u2019s premier educational institutions.<\/p>\n

According to the student, the incident took place on the evening of 16th December 2025, when he was allegedly confronted by a group of nearly 30 students inside the university premises. The student claims the confrontation was premeditated and driven by ideological differences, particularly his perceived support for what he describes as \u201cpro-nationalist activities\u201d associated with students of Jadavpur University.<\/p>\n

The student alleged that he had assisted friends at Jadavpur University in removing graffiti glorifying slain Maoist leaders and replacing it with the slogan \u201cVande Mataram.\u201d<\/strong> He claims this act led to his identification and subsequent targeting by left-leaning student groups at Presidency University<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\u201cThey gheraoed me, questioned my beliefs, mocked my religious faith, and tried to isolate me,\u201d the student alleged. \u201cThis time, it was not limited to verbal abuse. I was physically intimidated and threatened.\u201d<\/p>\n

Of particular concern is the nature of the threats allegedly issued during the confrontation. The student claims that the group invoked a chilling historical reference, warning him against any further association with nationalist groups.<\/p>\n

\u201cThey told me that if I ever went to help my nationalist friends at Jadavpur University again, I would meet the same fate as Gopal Sen,\u201d the student said, referring to the former Vice-Chancellor of Jadavpur University who was murdered on campus in the 1970s.<\/p>\n

Following the incident, the student attempted to lodge a First Information Report (FIR) at the Jorasanko Police Station but alleged that the police refused to register his complaint and at such he had to email his complaint. He subsequently escalated the matter by sending a detailed email to the Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Central Division, seeking intervention.<\/p>\n

Simultaneously, the student submitted formal complaints to several university authorities, including the Anti-Ragging Cell, the Equal Opportunity Cell, and the Dean\u2019s Office, requesting protection and disciplinary action against those involved.<\/p>\n

However, the student claims that the situation deteriorated further after the accused group allegedly launched a counter-campaign against him.<\/p>\n

\u201cAfter they learned that I had approached the police, they filed a false complaint against me with the Dean,\u201d he alleged. \u201cThey also collected signatures from around 65 students\u2014many of whom were part of the same group\u2014demanding that I be barred from entering the campus.\u201d<\/p>\n

The prolonged intimidation has reportedly taken a serious toll on the student\u2019s mental health. He is currently undergoing psychiatric treatment and is on medication.<\/p>\n

\u201cI am living in constant fear and anxiety. I am having suicidal thoughts. I feel my life and academic career are under serious threat,\u201d the student said to News United India\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Due to his deteriorating condition, he was unable to appear before the University\u2019s Anti-Ragging Committee on the initially scheduled date. The committee has since not issued a fresh summons, but the student maintains that he does not feel safe returning to campus.<\/p>\n

\u201cI am still distressed. I don\u2019t feel safe inside the Presidency University campus anymore,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

The student is being represented by Advocate, Shayan Sachin Basu <\/strong>who confirmed that legal options are being actively pursued.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf the police continue to fail in discharging their statutory duty, we will be compelled to approach the Learned Court to secure justice and protection for the student,\u201d Basu said.<\/p>\n

As of now, Presidency University has not released any formal public statement addressing the specific allegations. University sources, however, indicated that an internal inquiry into the matter is currently underway.<\/p>\n

The incident has once again brought the spotlight on issues of ideological intolerance, campus safety, and the effectiveness of anti-ragging mechanisms in higher educational institutions across West Bengal.\"\"<\/p>\n

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