Mohali: A first-year biotechnology student was seriously injured in an alleged stabbing incident at a hostel of Chandigarh University’s Gharuan campus near Mohali on Tuesday night, following an argument with his roommate over running a fan.
The incident took place around 11 pm, when the two students reportedly got into an argument over whether the fan should be switched on. The disagreement escalated into a physical altercation, during which the first-year BCom student allegedly stabbed his roommate.
The injured student was rushed to the sub-divisional hospital in Kharar for treatment. His condition was later reported to be stable.
The incident triggered protests by students on campus, who raised concerns over security arrangements at the university hostel.
