Unrest erupted at Chitkara University in Patiala after rumours of a ghost on campus and missing female students spread on social media
Published: September 26, 2026, 3:25 PM IST
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Chitkara University Vandalism: Unrest erupted at Chitkara University in Punjab’s Patiala on Friday night after several rumours, including a ‘ghost’ on campus and missing girl students, spread on social mediaHundreds of students gathered on the campus of the university and started protesting against the administration following the rumours.
How Misinformation Triggered Campus Vandalism
The protest soon turned violent, with students starting to vandalise university property on the campusPolice reached the campus area after getting the distress call from the administration.
However, the escalation continued, and a clash broke out between students and police personnel when they tried to bring the situation under controlAccording to police, a police vehicle was also damaged during the violence.
Unsubstantiated ‘Ghost’ Claims And Suicide Rumours
The violent unrest was also triggered by claims that a female student had allegedly died by suicide on the campus years ago and her ‘ghost’ is now roams in the hostel, troubling other studentsThe university administration and police dismissed the suicide rumour.
