Chandigarh, Nov. 20 -- With representatives of nearly 50 Punjab unions expected to assemble at the Student Centre's committee hall on Thursday at 1 pm to discuss the Panjab University Bachao Morcha's (PUBM) next course of action if the senate elections are not announced by November 25, the varsity too has toughened its stance, stating that it is exploring legal options now.

PU registrar YP Verma said the university administration will also hold a meeting on Thursday. "Students have a right to protest, but it has gone on for too long. The road outside the vice-chancellor's office has remained closed for weeks. While we are open to dialogue, we will explore legal options if the protest continues along similar lines or escalates in any way,...