A brewing storm at JNU has Union Minister Giriraj Singh firing salvos at the notorious ‘Tukde-Tukde gang.’ Reacting to videos of students shouting contentious slogans, he warned them bluntly: don’t cling to false notions of safety.
The Jawaharlal Nehru University campus, a cradle of intellectual ferment, frequently erupts into ideological skirmishes. Latest footage reveals protesters voicing phrases that hark back to divisive 2016 events, sparking immediate condemnation.
Giriraj Singh, the firebrand minister, leveraged the moment to deliver a potent message. His Hindi quip, now meme-worthy, translates to a clear directive against anti-India posturing. Known for his earthy rhetoric, Singh positions himself as the voice of the common patriot.
Tracing the roots, JNU’s activism traces to its leftist leanings, with past leaders facing sedition trials. The ‘Tukde-Tukde’ moniker, coined during those protests, symbolizes alleged calls to balkanize India—a charge vehemently denied by student unions.
In the political calculus, Singh’s intervention bolsters BJP’s tough-on-treason stance, especially resonant in Hindi heartland states. It also pressures campus moderates to rein in extremists.
As probes kick off, key questions linger: Were the slogans protected speech or punishable offense? Legal experts weigh in, citing Article 19(2) restrictions on free expression.
Giriraj Singh wrapped up by stressing accountability, painting a picture of a resurgent India intolerant of internal sabotage. This flare-up at JNU not only tests institutional resilience but also mirrors national fault lines on patriotism and protest.