New Delhi, Jan. 7 -- International Working President of Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) Alok Kumar on Wednesday issued a strong statement condemning the raising of provocative slogans at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), warning against what he termed the erosion of sanctity in educational institutions. He described the incident as a serious breach of academic and democratic norms.

"The sanctity of Jawahar Lal Nehru University has been again breached by crude slogans targeting the Prime Minister of the Country and others," Kumar said in an official statement. "The provocation this time was the denial of bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam for the Delhi Riots," he added.

Referring to judicial observation, Kumar said, "It is noteworthy tha...