Tezzbuzz Desk- A case of knife attack on a student has come to light in Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) due to a dispute over friendship with a student. Student Saurabh lost the vision in his right eye in the attack. The police have registered an FIR under several serious sections including attempt to murder and have started investigating the case.
According to the police, the incident took place on November 5 at around 3 pm in room number 119 of JNU's Barak hostel. Saurabh, a second year student of the language department, was attacked with a sharp weapon by the accused student Ajay. It was told that Ajay had objection to Saurabh's growing friendship with a student.
Saurabh suffered serious injuries on his head, face, hand and right eye in the attack. After the incident, he was admitted to AIIMS Trauma Centre, where doctors confirmed the loss of vision in his right eye. His treatment after surgery was continuing till Saturday evening. According to the police, accused Ajay also suffered injuries during the incident. Three other students were also injured during the rescue and scuffle, taking the total number of injuries to four.
On the basis of the complaint of Saurabh's female friend, a case was registered under several sections including attempt to murder at Vasant Kunj North police station on Friday. Deputy Commissioner of Police South-West Amit Goyal informed that FIR has been registered and investigation is ongoing. Till Saturday evening no one had been arrested in the case. JNU administration has banned the accused students from entering the campus. Police are investigating the matter further.