Jadavpur University Teachers’ Association rejected PM Narendra Modi’s claim that the institution has become a “symbol of anarchy”, saying it remains a globally recognised centre of excellence. The body cited its academic legacy, role in social justice and alleged funding constraints, asserting public universities are being undermined.

Kolkata, April 25: A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi claimed that Jadavpur University in West Bengal has become a "symbol of anarchy under the TMC's rule", its teachers' body on Saturday said the institute has been recognised globally as a centre of excellence, "despite severe financial constraints".

The Jadavpur University Teachers' Association (JUTA) highlighted that, alongside academics and research, the institute has played a significant role in advancing social justice.

It alleged that "despite fulfilling all criteria for being granted the 'Institute of Eminence' status, the university has been deprived of its due recognition".

At an election rally in Baruipur under the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency limits on Friday, Modi referred to frequent unrest in Jadavpur University, saying the premier institution, once respected globally for its academic legacy, had become a "symbol of anarchy under the present dispensation".