IIT Roorkee defends ‘gag order’ amid CJP protest, says ‘routinely issued, as per conduct rules’
IIT Roorkee defended its recent advisory restricting political discussions among students and employees, stating it aligns with existing conduct rules. The communication, issued on July 20, prohibits participation in political activities without prior permission, aiming to maintain the institute's neutrality and avoid conflicts with the government. The advisory has sparked significant backlash on social media, with critics labeling it a 'gag order.'