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Protests Over Meal Charge Hike at Savitribai Phule Pune University
What happened
The Students’ Federation of India (SFI) began an indefinite sit-in protest at Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) in Pune on September 21, 2026. The demonstration was launched to protest a ₹10 increase in meal charges at the university campus messes. Students demanded the immediate withdrawal of the hike and that the university provide a subsidy of ₹15 per plate from its funds.
From thehindu.com
Why it matters
The dispute centers on the financial burden placed on students due to the increased operational costs of the campus messes. The protesters argued that the increase made meals less affordable for students from economically weaker backgrounds, especially given the drought situation in parts of Maharashtra.
From thehindu.com
Who's involved
- Savitribai Phule Pune UniversityThe university is the site of the protest and the subject of the fee dispute.
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