Tension on Campus: Two Groups of Gurugram University Students Clash, Police Launch Investigation

A state of high tension gripped the campus of a prominent university in Gurugram yesterday, following a violent clash between two groups of students that resulted in multiple injuries and prompted the immediate intervention of local police. Authorities have since filed a First Information Report (FIR) and have launched a detailed investigation into the incident, which underscores growing concerns over student safety and discipline within educational institutions in the region.

The altercation reportedly began late afternoon on [You can insert a specific location if known, e.g., near the hostel block or sports complex] within the university premises. Eyewitness accounts suggest the clash quickly escalated from a heated verbal argument into a physical fight involving several students from both factions. While the exact trigger for the dispute remains under official investigation, preliminary reports indicate it may have stemmed from a prior rivalry or disagreement over [You can use a placeholder like: ‘a long-standing dispute’ or ‘a minor personal issue’ if specific details are unknown].

Security personnel at the university struggled to contain the situation initially, necessitating a call to the local police station. A rapid response team from the Gurugram Police arrived at the scene to disperse the brawling groups and restore order. Several students sustained injuries during the fracas, with at least two individuals requiring medical attention for minor wounds before being released.

Following the restoration of calm, the police registered a case based on the complaints filed by both groups of students. The FIR has been registered under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code, including those pertaining to rioting, voluntarily causing hurt, and criminal intimidation. Police are now in the process of scrutinising CCTV footage from the campus to accurately identify the instigators and all students involved in the violence.

A senior police official, who wished to remain anonymous, confirmed the lodging of the cross-FIRs and stated, “We are treating this matter seriously. The use of violence within an educational campus is unacceptable. We have identified several students and are in the process of questioning them to establish the full sequence of events and the root cause of the clash. Strict legal action will be taken against anyone found guilty of disrupting peace and public order.”

The university administration, in a subsequent statement, condemned the actions of the students and assured full cooperation with the police investigation. They also confirmed that an internal disciplinary committee has been convened to conduct an independent inquiry. Measures, including potential suspension or rustication, are likely to be taken against students whose involvement in the violence is confirmed.

The incident has caused significant disquiet among the wider student body and faculty, leading to calls for strengthened security protocols on campus and a more robust mechanism for resolving student disputes before they turn violent. Parents of the affected students have also been notified as the police continue their probe to ensure accountability and prevent any recurrence of such confrontations. Further updates are expected as the police proceed with their investigation and make arrests.