Lucknow: A classroom discussion turned violent at Lucknow University on Tuesday when Hindi department Professor Suraj Bahadur Thapa allegedly slapped first-year MA Hindi student Shailendra Kumar.The incident reportedly occurred after Kumar corrected a teaching mistake during an academic discussion, sparking immediate outrage among students. Tension escalated as students staged a protest at the back gate of the Vice Chancellor’s office, demanding strict action against the professor. Shailendra Kumar said, “Due to pre-conceived notions and political biases, I was continuously harassed for correcting a teaching mistake.”
When contacted, Professor Suraj Bahadur Thapa said, “I am only bound to respond to the Lucknow University authorities and will not make any public statements regarding the matter.”LU spokesperson Mukul Srivastava said, “The University will investigate the case and fair and transparent inquiry will be conducted. Appropriate action will be taken based on the findings to ensure justice and maintain campus discipline.”
