Dibrugarh University Protest Over Fees Prompts Government Assurance on Waivers

Officials now pledge to implement fee waivers following student claims of a withdrawn subsidy.

Overview

PGSU launched a 36-hour hunger strike and staged a sit-in, alleging disrespectful remarks by Education Minister Ranoj Pegu and protesting fee increases.
Students are seeking a public apology from the minister and a formal notification reinstating a 50% subsidy for self-financed courses.
Protesters say the subsidy was provided for two consecutive terms but no notification has been issued for the current term.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said discussions should begin only after the protests end, indicating talks could follow in 15–20 days.
Education Minister Ranoj Pegu said the government remains committed to the fee-waiver scheme, including the special 50% waiver, and urged timely submission of utilisation certificates to prevent reimbursement delays.