In re: Violence and Arson at Lovely Professional University

Updates

1. News12 Oct 2026

   Punjab & Haryana High Court flags gaps in police probe into LPU violence

   The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Monday pulled up the Punjab Police over lapses in its ongoing investigation into last month's violence and arson at Lovely

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The High Court criticized the police for not doing a complete investigation into the violence.

   Who:

   The Punjab and Haryana High Court acts as the judge while the police are the investigators.

   When:

   Reported on 12 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Punjab and Haryana High Court, Punjab.

   Why:

   The court found that the police investigation into the violence and arson had significant gaps.

   What it means:

   The court is now pointing out these failures to ensure the investigation improves.

   Bar and Bench
2. News12 Oct 2026

   High Court strict on LPU violence investigation, reprimands Punjab Police; directs immediate arrests

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The court ordered the police to arrest suspects involved in violence and arson at a university.

   Who:

   The Punjab and Haryana High Court is the court overseeing the matter and the Punjab Police is the law enforcement agency involved.

   When:

   Reported on 12 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   The case is filed in the Punjab and Haryana High Court in Punjab.

   Why:

   The court scolded the police for their handling of the investigation and demanded they take strict action.

   What it means:

   The police must now immediately arrest those accused of participating in the violence.

   Dainik Jagran