HAVERI: A controversy erupted at CG Bellad Government First Grade College at Akki Alur in Haveri district, as students wearing saffron shawls protested against their peers wearing hijabs to class on Friday.

The students claimed they were protesting the administration’s alleged inaction on enforcing uniform rules. Principal Veeresh Kammoor stated that the college requires students to wear prescribed uniforms inside classrooms, with some concessions made for individual cases. A meeting with staff and parents is scheduled to address the issue.

The situation began when some students wore hijabs to class, prompting others to wear saffron shawls in protest. The college had previously warned students against wearing hijabs, and the issue had been raised two months ago. The principal emphasised

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