A violent clash broke out between two rival student organisations at Karachi University on Thursday, leaving at least five people injured and prompting police intervention with heightened security on campus, according to police officials.
Police Response and Custody
Police officials at Mobina Town police station confirmed that more than five students affiliated with the rival groups had been taken into custody. A heavy contingent of police rushed to the scene upon receiving reports of the violence and managed to bring the situation under control.
Details of the Incident
According to police, the incident began with a heated verbal exchange between members of the two groups in the lobby of the Department of International Relations. The situation quickly escalated into a physical altercation, spreading to nearby classrooms and even the staff room. Eyewitnesses reported that students from both sides attacked each other with sticks, leaving several individuals bloodied.
Faculty and Student Injuries
Faculty members who attempted to defuse the situation also sustained minor injuries. The injured students were shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment, while affected teachers were administered first aid on campus.
