JNUSU Referendum: Over 2,100 Students Demand JNU VC Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit's Resignation
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JNUSU Referendum: Over 2,100 Students Demand VC Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit's Resignation
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News18•11-03-2026, 17:45
JNUSU Referendum: Over 2,100 Students Demand VC Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit's Resignation
•A JNUSU referendum saw 2181 students (90.54%) vote for VC Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit's resignation, citing alleged casteist remarks and administrative corruption.
•JNUSU President Aditi Mishra announced the results, with only 207 students supporting the VC's continuation and 21 votes being invalid.
•The student union plans a public hearing on March 16-17, inviting experts to present a 'charge sheet' detailing the VC's 'corrupt acts'.
•The referendum follows ongoing conflicts, including the suspension of JNUSU office-bearers for property damage during a November 21, 2025, protest at Dr B R Ambedkar Central Library.
•JNUSU demands the VC's immediate resignation and urges the Ministry of Education to acknowledge the students' democratic mandate.
