The University of Hyderabad Students’ Union (UoHSU) has called off its indefinite protest and class boycott against the Telangana government’s plan to develop a 400-acre land parcel near the university campus. The decision came after the Supreme Court intervened on Thursday, staying any further activity on the land until further orders.
The protest, which began on April 1, was aimed at halting the government’s project in Kancha Gachibowli, citing ecological concerns. Following the Supreme Court’s stay, students resumed attending classes on Friday, UoHSU Vice President Akash Kumar confirmed.
The Apex Court has also directed the Telangana government to clarify the “compelling urgency” behind clearing a large tree cover on the disputed land. In response, the state government has formed a ministerial committee to engage in discussions with the UoH executive committee, students, civil society groups, and other stakeholders to find a resolution.
While students welcomed the Supreme Court’s ruling, UoH Students’ Union President Umesh Ambedkar vowed to continue the fight until the proposed land auction is scrapped and the entire 400-acre land is officially transferred to the university. Meanwhile, students have also filed a petition in the High Court demanding the withdrawal of police personnel from the university’s East Campus, where the disputed land is located.
