The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Silchar has suspended five Bangladeshi students studying under ICCR scholarships after a violent clash on campus on 8 September 2025. The students will be deported following disciplinary action.
Details of the Campus Violence Incident
- The incident involved a group of third-year Bangladeshi students allegedly attacking fellow Bangladeshi students. Weapons reported include rods, knives, and screwdrivers.
- The clash reportedly lasted around 30 minutes. Several students were injured; two suffered severe head injuries and were admitted to intensive care.
Disciplinary Measures and Institutional Response
- The five accused have been suspended for two semesters (one academic year) and expelled from hostel accommodation.
- Narcotic substances were recovered from their rooms during investigations. This was a factor in increasing the severity of the action.
- The institute has decided that since classes and campus residence are no longer permitted for them, the students will be handed over for deportation.
Oversight and Authority Involved
- The incident was reviewed by NIT Silchar’s Standing Institute Disciplinary Committee (SIDC).
- An ICCR regional director from Guwahati visited the campus to assess the situation.
