Kolkata, April 6 -- Defying administrative restrictions, students at Jadavpur University went ahead and celebrated Ram Navami on campus on Sunday. A special puja was organized by the General Students Union after the university administration allegedly denied permission, citing the Vice Chancellor's absence.

The event drew attention from former and current university officials and politicians, raising questions about religious inclusivity, freedom of expression, and administrative transparency.

Padma Shri awardee and nominee Vice-Chancellor of the university, Kazi Masoom Akhtar, emphasized the importance of respecting religious celebrations. He called for unity and respect for all faiths, stating that if events like Iftar parties are all...