Utkal Sangeet Mahavidyalaya in Bhubaneswar expelled drama department lecturer Shatrughna Samal after multiple female students accused him of harassment.

The decision followed written complaints submitted to the college authorities and the State Culture Department.

Principal Bijay Jena confirmed the expulsion and stated that the action was taken after authorities received formal complaints. Police detained Samal for questioning and initiated legal proceedings.

The incident triggered widespread protests on campus. Students marched on the streets, blocked roads, and staged demonstrations demanding strict action. Tension gripped the college premises as the agitation grew, forcing authorities to step in to restore order.

One protesting student fell ill during the demonstration and was shift

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