Ashoka University reacts after videos show students raising casteist slogans

Ashoka University has once again landed into controversy after videos of students at the campus making casteist remarks, primarily targeting Brahmins and Baniyas, surfaced on social media platforms. The incident has drawn widespread condemnation and raised questions about the university’s stance on such behavior.

In the video, a group of students can be seen shouting slogans such as ‘We need a caste census’ and ‘Brahmin-Baniyawaad Murdabad‘. Releasing a statement on Wednesday, the University pledged to take the necessary measures to ensure peace and harmony. The university said it deplores the expression of hatred directed against an individual or group.

In a statement on X, the university affirmed that it attaches great value to freedom of expression and vigorous debate, but it also attaches great importance to mutual respect. The university highlighted its ‘Guidelines on Protecting Freedom of Expression’, saying such freedom of expression is not unlimited and enjoins respect for the rights and sensibilities of others.