3 Things The Catch Up: Violent protests erupt at VIT Bhopal over Jaundice breakout (26 Nov)
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Nov 26, 2025 Flora Swain discusses the unveiling of translated Constitutions by President Murmu and highlights notable poverty reduction efforts. The podcast delves into the violent student protests at VIT Bhopal sparked by a jaundice outbreak and concerns over contaminated water. It also examines Gautam Gambhir's response to criticism following India's recent Test series loss in cricket. Additionally, a tragic fire on bamboo scaffolding in Hong Kong and worsening flooding in Gaza, exacerbating displacement, are covered.
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Constitution Translated To Widen Access
- President Draupadi Murmu unveiled translations of the Constitution in nine languages to broaden access.
- She framed poverty reduction as a major national achievement tied to democratic rights protection.
Violent Student Protests Over Jaundice
- Thousands of VIT Bhopal students protested a jaundice outbreak, blaming contaminated water and poor hygiene.
- The unrest included burning vehicles and damage to university property amid disputed reports of deaths.
Health Issues Can Trigger Mass Unrest
- The outbreak exposed vulnerabilities in student housing and sanitation management.
- Rapid spread and mass unrest show how health issues can trigger large-scale campus disruption.