By: Express News ServiceChandigarh | November 1, 2025 11:12 PM IST 2 min readThe students called it a direct attack on their right to dissent, saying the campus has always been a space for dialogue and expressionOn October 30, Panjab University students began an indefinite protest outside the Vice-Chancellor’s office, demanding the rollback of the ‘no-protest affidavit’ required from hostel residents. The students called it a direct attack on their right to dissent, saying the campus has always been a space for dialogue and expression. Saturday marked the third consecutive day of the ongoing protest by students against the undemocratic affidavit issued by PU.The university hosted its Alumni Meet Saturday, but the students continued their peaceful demonstration. At 10:30 am, the university authorities called for a meeting with student representatives and various student organisations to discuss the issue. However, the meeting ended without any meaningful outcome. The authorities once again failed to acknowledge or accept the core demand — the complete withdrawal of the affidavit that restricts students’ democratic rights to protest, rally, or hold demonstrations.Following this, students and representatives of different parties peacefully gathered outside the Law Auditorium, where the Alumni Meet was being held. They stood with banners, posters, and slogans, hoping to convey their concerns.However, they were denied any opportunity to speak to the V-C. Instead, Chandigarh Police was deployed to control and restrict the students from moving further. The students have condemned the administration’s continuous refusal to listen to their legitimate demands and the growing attempt to silence dissent through police presence rather than dialogue, and have said that the protest will continue indefinitely until the affidavit is completely withdrawn.Stay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram© The Indian Express Pvt LtdTags:panjab universitystudents protest