Ludhiana, May 6 -- The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, rolled out last year in Panjab University (PU)-affiliated colleges, is drawing fresh criticism as a major delay in releasing first semester results continues to affect the academic progress of thousands of students.

Students who had appeared for their first semester exams under the new NEP framework in December 2024 are still waiting for their results, even as the second semester exams have already begun. The uncertainty has led to widespread confusion, stress, and frustration on campuses.

"This delay is unfair to students," said Varun Goel, executive member of the Punjab and Chandigarh College Teachers' Union (PCCTU). "Results are not just marks; they offer students a chance ...