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New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
DUSU poll candidates to sign Rs 1L anti-defacement bond
NEW DELHI: In a decisive move to curb defacement during student elections, the University of Delhi has mandated that every candidate contesting the Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) elections must sign a Rs 1 lakh anti-defacement bond. This new measure, inspired by the existing anti-ragging affidavit required at admission, binds candidates to strictly follow the election code of conduct and refrain from damaging or defacing university and college property. The initiative aims to promote responsible campaigning and preserve the cleanliness and integrity of DU's campuses. The notification, released on Friday, emphasises discipline, accountability, and adherence to legal standards, based on relevant Acts, court orders, and Lyngdoh Committee recommendations. Students must now submit an anti-defacement affidavit at the time of admission, similar to anti-ragging declarations. Colleges will organise orientation programmes on discipline and the protection of public property during campaigns. Two 'walls of democracy' will be designated in each institution for campaign posters. An online portal at both the university and college levels will allow students to report violations. Each candidate must sign a `1 lakh bond when filing nominations, pledging not to deface property. The use of false names must be reported to police within 24 hours. Violations can lead to fines of up to `25,000, suspension, rustication, expulsion, or disqualification. Campaigning restrictions include a ban on posters, rallies, roadshows, loudspeakers, and vehicles, while encouraging electronic outreach. Candidates may only use names from their secondary and senior secondary certificates, with changes permitted only through official government processes. Each college will form a College Committee for Prevention of Defacement of Property, while a university-level committee will monitor compliance. Candidate debates will be hosted and uploaded online. Outsider entry will be strictly controlled, with possible biometric checks.
India Today
3 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
Delhi University issues Rs 1 lakh bond rule to stop campus vandalism during polls
In a move to maintain campus cleanliness and curb vandalism during Delhi University Student Union (DUSU) elections, the University of Delhi has issued new notification, released on Friday, focuses on discipline, accountability, and adherence to legal standards, based on acts, court orders, and Lyngdoh Committee MEASURES TO PREVENT DEFACEMENTStudents must now submit an anti-defacement affidavit at admission, similar to anti-ragging declarations. Colleges will organise orientation programmes on discipline and protecting public property during 'walls of democracy' will be designated per institution for campaign posters. An online portal at both university and college levels will allow students to report AND ACCOUNTABILITY FOR CANDIDATESEach candidate must sign a Rs 1 lakh bond when filing nominations, pledging not to deface property. False name use must be reported to police within 24 can lead to fines of up to Rs 25,000, suspension, rustication, expulsion, or disqualification. Campaigning restrictions ban posters, rallies, roadshows, loudspeakers, and vehicles. Electronic outreach is VERIFICATION RULESCandidates can only use names from secondary and senior secondary certificates, with changes allowed only via official government AND ENFORCEMENTEach college will form a 'College Committee for Prevention of Defacement of Property' while a university-level committee will monitor debates will be hosted and uploaded online. Outsider entry will be strictly controlled with possible biometric ON DUSU OFFICE-BEARERSOnly three venues -- Conference Centre, Shankar Lal Hall, and Room No. 22 at the Arts Faculty -- can be booked for official events with guest houses or hostels is BACKING AND CONSEQUENCESThe rules align with the Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act, 1984, Delhi Prevention of Defacement of Property Act, 2007, and court Election Committee will ensure strict compliance.- Ends advertisement
NDTV
3 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Delhi University Issues Rs 1 Lakh Bond Rule To Curb Defacement During Polls
The University of Delhi has issued strict guidelines to prevent defacement in and around university and college campuses during the Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) elections. Under these rules, candidates filing nominations for any DUSU post must sign a Rs 1 lakh bond, which will be forfeited if they or their supporters violate the guidelines. The measures aim to raise awareness and protect university property from defacement by contesting candidates and their supporters. Similar to the anti-ragging affidavit, an anti-defacement affidavit will be required from students at the time of admission. Each college, along with its associated centres and departments, is mandated to organise orientation and sensitisation programmes to maintain the sanctity of college walls and public property. Students are expected to maintain good conduct on campus throughout the election period. The guidelines direct colleges and departments to expand designated "Walls of Democracy" for campaign materials at two notified locations only, preventing widespread wall painting and poster pasting. A dedicated online portal will be created at university and college levels for students to report defacement incidents, with provisions for prompt action. In cases of impersonation or deliberate misspelling of candidates' names on posters, the concerned candidate or student must immediately remove the offending material and file a police report within 24 hours, submitting a copy to the college or university. Failure to comply may result in a fine of Rs 25,000 or penalties such as suspension, rustication, expulsion, or disqualification from elections. Campaigning will be restricted to legitimate use of electronic media. Use of posters, rallies, roadshows, loudspeakers, Shakti Pradarshan, and vehicles is strictly prohibited. The use of dhols and loudspeakers is banned on and around campus premises even after election results are declared. The university has clarified that only the name recorded in the student's Secondary and Senior Secondary certificates will be valid for admission and election purposes. Any name changes after admission must follow government procedures and be approved by the university. To enforce these rules, a 'College Committee for Prevention of Defacement of Property' and a 'University Committee for Prevention of Defacement of Property' will be constituted. Details of committee members will be published on college and university websites and notice boards, with committees functioning until new ones are appointed. Colleges and departments are encouraged to organise debates among contesting candidates, with recordings uploaded online to promote issue-based campaigning. Entry of outsiders into college or department premises will be strictly prohibited unless authorised by administration. Biometric or facial recognition systems may be installed to monitor attendance and entry. Any act of defacement or damage to public property and non-compliance with these guidelines will be considered gross indiscipline, attracting punishment under the relevant university ordinances. The Election Committees at both university and college levels will oversee strict adherence to these guidelines, alongside measures mandated by the Lyngdoh Committee, National Green Tribunal orders, Delhi High Court rulings, and university statutes and ordinances. Booking of rooms in university guest houses or hostels by DUSU office-bearers is prohibited. Violations, if reported or found, may lead to inquiries by the Proctor, with penalties including debarment from university premises and possible rustication for a specified duration during their term.
The Print
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Print
Student outfits express concern over DU's Rs 1 lakh bond rule for DUSU poll candidates
'Someone from a lower-income background may not be able to afford the Rs 1 lakh bond required for nomination, which could prevent them from participating despite their willingness,' Khatri told PTI. DUSU president Ronak Khatri said the guideline is not suitable for students, especially those from economically weaker sections. New Delhi, Aug 8 (PTI) Student organisations on Friday raised objections to a new guideline issued by the Delhi University requiring a bond of Rs 1 lakh from candidates filing nominations for the upcoming DUSU elections, calling it 'unaffordable' and 'exclusionary' for students from underprivileged backgrounds. He said that if the university wishes to penalise students for defacement or other violations, it should impose a direct fine on the individual responsible, instead of implementing such a blanket condition. 'The guideline should be equal for students and student organisations, whether it is NSUI, ABVP or AISA. If a student is fined, the party should also be held accountable,' he said. ABVP national secretary Sarthak Sharma also echoed concerns over the high bond amount. 'We welcome the guidelines, but we oppose the provision that requires students to submit a ₹1 lakh bond. It is not convenient for students to pay such a huge amount. We will soon release our own guideline in response to this,' he said. AISA president Nitish Kumar supported the intent behind the rules but questioned the efficacy of monetary conditions in curbing electoral malpractice. 'We welcome rules that aim to ensure transparency and reduce malpractice. However, merely depositing a bond of one lakh rupees cannot prevent the misuse of money power. In campuses like JNU, elections are conducted without the use of money,' he said. He added that during a joint proctor's meeting, AISA had also demanded college-level presidential debates to democratise the election process, but the administration did not respond. 'The volume of money power used in DUSU can only be curbed by placing stakeholders in a more informed position,' he said. The Delhi University on Friday mandated that every contesting candidate must submit a bond of Rs 1 lakh while filing nominations. The amount will be forfeited if the candidate or their supporters are found defacing public property, according to the advisory issued by DU Registrar Vikas Gupta. The university's directive, based on legal provisions, court orders, and Lyngdoh Committee recommendations, aims to curb defacement and promote responsible campaigning. It includes a range of measures, such as an anti-defacement affidavit at admission, promotion of campus debates, and the use of electronic media for campaigning. The guideline bars the use of loudspeakers, rallies, and roadshows outside designated 'walls of democracy'. Violations may attract a fine of Rs 25,000, suspension, rustication, or even disqualification. The Delhi High Court had last year stayed the vote counting of DUSU polls citing widespread defacement. It later allowed the counting to proceed after students complied with the court's directions to clean the campus. PTI SHB HIG HIG This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
DU issues fresh anti-defacement rules ahead of polls
Delhi University on Friday issued a fresh set of guidelines based on a Delhi High Court order stating that candidates are now required to submit a ₹1 lakh bond to cover any damage caused by their supporters during the campaign for the upcoming Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) elections. Any student caught impersonating candidates or deliberately misspelling names on posters could face a fine of up to ₹ 25,000, suspension, or even expulsion. (Sanchit Khanna/HT PHOTO) The move, an apparent attempt to curb vandalism and extravagant campaigning, include mandatory affidavits, biometric checks, and steep penalties for violations. Students must also sign an anti-defacement pledge at the time of admission, similar to the existing anti-ragging declaration. Any student caught impersonating candidates or deliberately misspelling names on posters could face a fine of up to ₹25,000, suspension, or even expulsion. As per the Delhi Hight Court's directions issued in a related matter on November 11, 2024, traditional campaigning methods like rallies, roadshows, and the use of loudspeakers are banned. Colleges have been asked to expand designated 'walls of democracy' for poster display. Campaigning is to be conducted mainly through digital platforms and structured debates, which will be uploaded to the university website. The university will also set up 'Committees for the Prevention of Defacement of Property' at both the college and university levels, with member details published on notice boards and official websites. The notification further states that DUSU office bearers may book only three approved locations for official events and are barred from reserving university guest houses or hostels. Entry of outsiders will be restricted, and biometric or facial recognition systems may be used to monitor access. The guidelines are framed in reference to the Delhi Prevention of Defacement of Property Act (2007) and relevant court rulings.
