Tribhuvan University: Center of learning or site of protests?

Summary

Tribhuvan University has become a hotspot for prolonged student protests over fee disputes, disrupting academic activities and demoralizing its administration.

Key Points
  • Tribhuvan University has witnessed continuous student protests over fee disputes in four departments, affecting its academic environment.
  • ANNISU-R students have conducted hunger strikes and vandalized university offices while demanding fee equalization.
  • Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. Deepak Aryal expressed difficulties in university governance due to protests and sought security assistance.
  • The university's revised fee structure has not been adjusted despite programs becoming central departments, fueling student unrest.
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