The ongoing protest by the youth and teachers of Punjab University, Chandigarh, is not just a movement for salaries or designations—it is a struggle to preserve the dignity, autonomy, and academic excellence of one of North India’s most prestigious institutions. The young generation standing shoulder to shoulder with professors and librarians symbolizes a deeper awakening among Punjab’s students: a call to defend their educational rights and the identity of Punjab University as a historic seat of learning.
These students are not protesting for personal gain; they are raising their voices to protect public education from neglect and political interference. Their courage to challenge the system reflects the spirit of Punjab’s youth—resilient, aware, and determined to shape their own future. In an age when many prefer silence, these young voices are reminding everyone that education is a right, not a privilege.
Punjab University has produced generations of leaders, scientists, writers, and social reformers. Its decline or neglect would be a loss not only for Punjab but for the entire country. The protesting youth understand this, and their stand is a reminder to the government that true progress begins in classrooms, not in slogans. Their demand for fair treatment of faculty and better academic conditions must be heard with seriousness and respect.
It is time for the Punjab government and university authorities to recognize that supporting the youth and educators of Punjab University means supporting the intellectual backbone of the state. The protesters’ commitment to truth, justice, and education deserves appreciation, not suppression. History will remember these young people as defenders of knowledge, culture, and the democratic spirit of Punjab.