Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has directed an urgent inquiry into alleged anti‑national graffiti discovered in the Arts Division Boys’ Hostel of Jadavpur University. The move follows a recent violent clash between ABVP and left‑leaning student groups on campus.

  • CM orders immediate investigation of graffiti at Jadavpur University
  • Hostel walls feature Nazi swastika, fascist slogans, and Naxalbari imagery
  • State reaffirms zero‑tolerance policy for anti‑national activities

Background of the Incident

Several pieces of graffiti and posters deemed ‘anti‑national’ were found inside the Arts Division Boys’ Hostel of Jadavpur University, including a Nazi swastika, fascist slogans, and references to the Naxalbari movement. The controversy erupted after five days of violent clashes between ABVP supporters and left‑aligned student wings.

Chief Minister’s Statement

On X, CM Suvendu Adhikari wrote, “Educational institutions are sacred spaces of learning, academic excellence and nation‑building. Under no circumstances should campus premises be used to spread deranged propaganda and anti‑India sentiment.” He instructed the university’s vice‑chancellor, the Higher Education Department’s principal secretary, and other authorities to launch an immediate inquiry.

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Details of the Inquiry Order

The order mandates an on‑ground physical verification of the Arts Division Boys’ Hostel to confirm the existence of the graffiti, identify those responsible, and take stringent administrative and legal action.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that such extremist expressions on campus not only damage the academic environment but also fuel societal division, putting the state’s zero‑tolerance stance to the test.

“Curbing hate‑filled symbols in educational spaces is essential for safeguarding democratic values,” says Prof. Anjali Mehta, social science expert.
Did You Know?: Jadavpur University, established in 1955, is one of India’s premier research institutions and has a long history of student activism.

Historical Context

Political confrontations have long been a feature of Indian campuses, but the intensity of ABVP‑Left clashes peaked between 2020‑2022. The recent violence at Jadavpur resulted in multiple FIRs filed by both sides and heightened police presence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Are academic classes continuing at Jadavpur University?
A: The CM assured that classes are running normally despite the unrest.

Q2: Who will conduct the investigation?
A: The university’s vice‑chancellor, the Higher Education Department’s principal secretary, and other competent authorities will lead the probe.