Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:49am on 26 Oct 2026,Monday Entertainment
The Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI) in Kolkata defended its decision to rusticate six students for a year, saying disciplinary proceedings concerned alleged misconduct, including vandalism, defacement and physical assault, rather than participation in protests. The response followed veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah’s public expression of solidarity with the students. Shah accused the BJP of targeting political dissenters and intimidating young filmmakers after its West Bengal election victory. The institute maintained that it upheld peaceful protest while enforcing disciplinary rules. The dispute has disrupted academic activities, with classes suspended since September 28 and students demanding Vice-Chancellor Santosh Ajmera’s resignation. BJP spokesperson Rahul Sinha called for an investigation into Shah’s remarks.
