Phagwāra Latest News Today on September 28th, 2026: LPU Protests Turn Violent, Classes Suspended & Rape Allegations Probed
Phagwāra sees violent student protests at Lovely Professional University over alleged rape, leading to highway blockades and campus damage. LPU suspends classes and exams as police investigate.
Phagwāra: Phagwāra is grappling with the aftermath of widespread student unrest at Lovely Professional University (LPU), which erupted over the weekend following allegations of a sexual assault on campus. The protests, which began on Sunday, September 27th, escalated into violence, leading to significant disruption and property damage. Authorities have initiated an investigation into the claims, while the university has taken steps to manage the campus situation. Ambāla Latest News Today on September 28th, 2026: Building Collapse, Sanitation Strike & Rain Forecast.
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Violent Protests Erupt at LPU Over Alleged Rape, Highway Blocked and Property Damaged
Massive student protests turned violent at Lovely Professional University (LPU) in Phagwāra on Sunday, September 27th, following social media reports of an alleged rape of a student on campus. Protesters blocked the Chandigarh-Amritsar National Highway (also known as Phagwara-Jalandhar highway or NH-44), clashed with police, threw stones, and reportedly set vehicles on fire. Campus property was also vandalized, with some students even climbing atop a MiG-23 fighter jet and a military tank displayed on university grounds. Police sustained injuries and their vehicles were damaged during the unrest, leading to the registration of an FIR against unknown individuals and the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the allegations. Flash Flood Risk on Monday, 28 September 2026: Lucknow on Alert Today.
LPU Suspends Classes and Postpones Exams Amidst Campus Unrest
In response to the violent student protests, Lovely Professional University (LPU) in Phagwāra has announced the suspension of all regular classes for 10 days, effective Monday, September 28th. Additionally, mid-term examinations have been postponed. The university has advised students to remain calm and follow official instructions, while also reportedly denying the alleged rape claims as "rumours" or "false and fabricated rumours" in earlier statements. An FIR has been registered, and a Special Investigation Team (SIT) is investigating the allegations.
Weather & Outlook
Mainly clear skies expected across Phagwāra, high near 29°C
Phagwāra is experiencing mainly clear skies with a current temperature of 23.8°C. The forecast for today, September 28th, indicates light drizzle with temperatures ranging from 21°C to 29°C. Residents should be prepared for potential light rainfall throughout the day.
Weather: Mainly clear — 23.8°C. Today: Light drizzle, 21°C – 29°C.
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The situation at Lovely Professional University remains a focal point in Phagwāra, with ongoing police investigations and the university's administrative measures in place. Residents and students alike will be closely watching for further developments regarding the alleged incident and the broader implications for campus safety and student conduct in the coming days.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Sep 28, 2026 08:59 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
