13 Students Suspended for Assaulting Senior at Coimbatore College, Police Probe Underway

Coimbatore: At least 13 first-year undergraduate students have been suspended for allegedly assaulting a senior student at Nehru Institute of Technology in Tamil Nadu’s Coimbatore. The incident, which occurred on March 20, stemmed from accusations of theft on the campus.

A disturbing 1.42-minute video — which NDTV cannot independently verify — shows the bare-chested senior being forced to kneel with his hands raised while surrounded by a group of students in what appears to be a college dormitory or hostel. In the footage, the senior pleads in pain, complaining that his left hand aches severely. Despite his visible distress and collapsing once, the students continue to torment him.

Dr. Maheswaran, the Deputy Chief Warden of the Institute, confirmed the incident, stating that the college administration had taken swift action. “The Principal-cum-Chief Warden has constituted an enquiry committee to investigate the matter. The 13 students involved have been identified and suspended. Orders have been issued, and we have informed the police,” he said.

Further, the suspended students and their parents have been directed to appear before the enquiry committee on March 24. Meanwhile, the Coimbatore district police have launched a criminal investigation into the matter.

The incident has sparked outrage, with many demanding stricter measures to curb campus violence and ensure student safety. Investigations are ongoing.