1. Late-night protest unfolds at Sikkim’s National Institute of Technology (NIT).
2. Students express grievances regarding mental torture, nepotism, favoritism, and physical assault.
3. Protest extends until 1 am amid chilling conditions.
Gangtok, Feb 13: Late-night protest erupted at Sikkim’s National Institute of Technology (NIT) as students raised grievances about various issues plaguing the institution.
The protest, which lasted until 1 am amidst the chilling night, highlighted concerns about mental torture, nepotism, favoritism, and physical assault.
Students participating in the dharna expressed frustration over the infringement of their fundamental rights and the prevalence of a hostile environment within the college premises.
One student took to social media to shed light on the distressing situation, emphasizing that students at NIT Sikkim feel more like inmates than learners.
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The atmosphere within the college, according to the student’s post, is marred by instances of monopoly, favoritism, and nepotism perpetrated by the faculty and staff.
Furthermore, students allege being subjected to both mental and physical assaults on multiple occasions, painting a grim picture of their educational experience.
A major point of contention among the students is the absence of a student union, which they argue leaves them vulnerable to exploitation and devoid of a platform to voice their concerns.
Any attempt at dissent, they claim, is met with punitive actions, including fines and academic repercussions.
Concerns have also been raised about the quality of education, with reports suggesting that unqualified faculty members compromise the learning experience.
Additionally, students lament the lack of basic facilities, particularly citing poor hostel conditions as a pressing issue.
Moreover, students allege being coerced into signing affidavits during admission, effectively prohibiting them from engaging in protests or seeking external assistance from the media.
Despite efforts to raise grievances, they assert that their complaints have been consistently ignored by the institute’s director.
In light of these serious allegations, the students have appealed for immediate intervention to address the underlying issues and safeguard their rights and well-being at NIT Sikkim.
