New Delhi, January 27: The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) has said that clarity and balance are needed in the new regulations of the University Grants Commission (UGC).
In a statement on Tuesday, the ABVP said that the objective of the notification issued by the UGC, “University Grants Commission (for Promotion of Equity in Higher Educational Institutions) Regulations, 2026” is important, but clarity and balance in these regulations are extremely necessary.
The ABVP believes that the UGC and all educational institutions must uphold the spirit of democracy, where every citizen has equal rights and India becomes discrimination-free and egalitarian.
Dr Virendra Singh Solanki, National General Secretary of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad, said, “Ensuring harmony and equality on educational campuses is essential, for which ABVP has always strived. There should be social equality for all sections of society on educational campuses, and there is no place for any kind of discrimination on campuses. There is widespread confusion among students, parents, and stakeholders regarding this regulation, and the UGC should immediately communicate with all stakeholders and clarify the relevant misconceptions. Collective efforts from all sections of society are essential to strengthen democratic values โโand ensure a discrimination-free environment for all students.”
The statement said that ABVP has always worked towards creating a positive and equitable environment on educational campuses and has advocated for the promotion of democratic values. We all need to make collective efforts to realize the concept of a “developed India” in the coming years. The UGC should take immediate cognizance of the ambiguity and confusion that is arising among the community, students, and parents regarding certain provisions and terminology of this equality regulation of the UGC and take immediate action to prevent any divisive situation.
It is noteworthy that this matter is currently pending in court. ABVP believes that the UGC should file an affidavit in the court soon, clarifying its position in this regard.