Dr BR Ambedkar University Delhi suspends students after alleged scuffle with security staff

Dr BR Ambedkar University Delhi has suspended students who were allegedly involved in an incident of indiscipline, damage to university property and a physical altercation with security personnel and administrative officials at its Kashmere Gate campus. The university has taken cognizance and announced the suspension in a recent press release.

The press note reads, “During the period of suspension, the entry of the students into the University campuses is prohibited. The matter has been referred to the Proctorial Board/Disciplinary Committee for further detailed inquiry.”

According to the Dr BR Ambedkar University administration, the decision was made after reviewing a preliminary report which was submitted by the Proctorial Board, closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage and other visual evidence.

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Ambedkar University Delhi orders inquiry into campus incident

The incident reportedly took place on the evening of October 13, 2026, at the Kashmere Gate campus. Following the incident, the university administration suspended the students pending a detailed inquiry into the incident.

For a detailed inquiry, this matter has been referred to the Proctorial Board or Disciplinary Committee. The university administration has said it would decide on further action after investigating the incident, depending on its rules.

The university has said that the inquiry will be conducted fairly and in accordance with its established rules and regulations. Further disciplinary action, if any, will depend on the findings of the inquiry.

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University says student demands were addressed

In its statement, the university administration maintained that all legitimate and permissible demands raised by students had already been addressed.

The statement further said, “The University reiterates that all legitimate and permissible demands of the students had already been addressed. However, any act of violence, vandalism, misbehavior with staff and disruption of the academic environment is unacceptable.”

The university administration said it would maintain discipline and ensure the safety of students and staff on campus. However, the statement has not specified the number or identities of the suspended students or provided details of the demands that preceded the incident.