Andhra University withdraws disciplinary notices to six student leaders after protests

Andhra University has withdrawn the notices issued to six student leaders following protests by student organisations.

In a communication on Tuesday, the university Registrar said that the notices, issued on October 31, 2026, on charges of indiscipline, stood withdrawn. The letters were issued to students from the departments of Political Science and Public Administration, Chemistry and Electronics and Communication Engineering, and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar College of Law.

The Registrar advised the students to follow university procedures and submit representations to chief wardens, principals, and other officials. The university further added that grievance sessions were held on the first and 15th of every month.

The Students’ Federation of India (SFI), All India Students’ Federation (AISF), Progressive Democratic Students Organisation (PDSO) and All India Democratic Students Organisation (AIDSO) welcomed the decision, describing it as a victory for their united struggle.