At last the IIT-Madras management has been compelled to lift the ban on Ambedkar Periyar Study Circle (APSC), a students group functioning there. It was banned a few days back by the management allegedly for criticising the Prime Minister and centre’s policies.

There have been strong protests through out the country against this unjustified attack on freedom of speech. In Delhi and many other centres, students protested and organised dharna, demonstrations etc. Many were arrested and detained.

The IIT-Madras Management was compelled to lift the ban facing the strong protest. After discussion with the students group, the ban has been lifted today.

Congratulations to the students bodies for their success in upholding the freedom of speech.