LPU Protest Explained: What happened at Lovely Professional University? How a rape allegation led to violent student unrest

Economic Times - Sep 28, 2026

LPU Protest Reason: LPU protests erupted on September 27 after a rape allegation involving a female student at Lovely Professional University in Punjab. Students are demanding justice, stronger hostel security and accountability. Police have registered a case and formed an SIT to investigate. The university has suspended classes for 10 days and postponed mid-term exams.

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