LUCKNOW: In a shocking escalation of campus unrest, a furious mob stormed the Vice-Chancellor’s office at a prominent university here on Wednesday, targeting Uttar Pradesh State Women’s Commission Vice-President Aparna Yadav. Eyewitnesses described chaotic scenes as protesters, reportedly aggrieved students and activists, smashed windows, overturned furniture, and hurled slogans against the commission leadership.
The incident unfolded amid ongoing tensions over women’s safety issues on campus. Aparna Yadav, sister-in-law of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and a prominent BJP leader, was present at the office for a scheduled meeting when the crowd breached security barriers. Sources indicate the confrontation began with verbal exchanges but quickly turned violent, forcing Yadav and staff to seek refuge.
University authorities swiftly locked down the premises, calling in police reinforcements who dispersed the mob using mild force. No arrests were made immediately, but investigations are underway to identify the agitators. Yadav emerged unscathed but visibly shaken, later condemning the ‘hooliganism’ in a brief statement.
This event highlights deepening divides between student groups and political figures intervening in educational matters. Critics argue that high-profile visits like Yadav’s exacerbate rather than resolve campus grievances. As the dust settles, questions swirl about accountability and the role of commissions in addressing women’s issues without inflaming tensions.
Police have registered a case under relevant sections for vandalism and trespass, promising strict action. The university administration has postponed all events, urging calm while a high-level probe committee is formed. Political observers see this as a flashpoint in UP’s polarized student politics, with potential ripple effects ahead of upcoming elections.