ThePrint ThePrintPod: ‘Professors polluting minds’—DU V-C alleges ‘urban Naxalism’ in academia. Faculty, students say, ‘new low’
Oct 6, 2025
Delhi University Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh stirs controversy by labeling some student movements as 'urban Naxalism,' alleging that certain professors mislead students with ideology instead of education. His claims link campus protests to banned groups, provoking backlash from faculty and students who criticize his remarks as regressive. Accusations of student ingratitude further escalate tensions, with demonstrations planned amid silence from the administration. The episode dives deep into the divide this has created in academic circles.
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Urban Naxalism In Academia
- Yogesh Singh argued that Naxalism has shifted from rural areas to urban university spaces and that some faculty may be promoting harmful agendas.
- This reframes campus dissent as a security and ideological problem rather than purely academic debate.
Teaching Versus Indoctrination
- Singh claimed some educators indoctrinate rather than teach, steering students toward anti-national views.
- He linked this to past incidents like the 2016 JNU controversy to question academic vigilance.
Cultural And Legal References
- Singh referenced a film and banned organisations like PFI to illustrate alleged campus influence networks.
- He used cultural and legal examples to tie classroom ideas to broader political movements.