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SRFTI classes suspended as student protests enter seventh week
The Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute in Kolkata has extended its class suspension through December 11 as students continue their prolonged agitation. The ongoing demonstration has now lasted over six weeks, with activists marking Deepavali as a day of continued resistance.
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Students at the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI) in Kolkata have intensified their protest movement, which has now entered its 43rd day of continuous action. The institute's administration announced that all classes would remain suspended until December 11, adding to growing concerns about the impact on the academic calendar.
The student movement has persisted through major festivals and holidays, with participants using Deepavali as an occasion to reaffirm their demands and commitment to their cause. While specific details of the underlying grievances were not immediately detailed, student representatives have framed the extended protest as a fight for justice and institutional accountability.
The suspension of academic activities for more than six weeks marks a significant escalation in the standoff between the student body and institutional authorities. Parents and academic observers have raised concerns about the disruption to the academic schedule and potential implications for ongoing coursework and evaluations.
The SRFTI administration has not yet issued additional statements regarding negotiations with protesting students or timeline for potential resolution of the outstanding issues.