DU suspends NSUI leader for allegedly offering money to female students to accompany men to Diljit concert

The University of Delhi' s Ramanujan College has suspended Anas Khan, a fifth-semester BA (Hons) Hindi student and a National Students' Union of India (NSUI) office-bearer, following allegations that he offered female students money, gifts and other incentives to accompany a group of men to singer Diljit Dosanjh's concert in Ahmedabad.

The suspension has also triggered a face-off between the Congress-affiliated NSUI and the BJP-affiliated Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), with the latter demanding a detailed investigation into the allegations.

Khan will remain suspended until February 1, 2027, according to an order issued by the college on November 6. The decision followed a preliminary inquiry by the college's Proctorial Committee, which examined the complaint, Khan's explanation and the findings of its inquiry before recommending disciplinary action.

Anas Khan, an NSUI office-bearer at Delhi University's Ramanujan College, has sparked controversy over alleged WhatsApp messages offering girls ₹10,000–₹30,000, flight tickets and VVIP passes to spend time with NRI clients at Diljit Dosanjh's Ahmedabad concert. Following a… pic.twitter.com/wFHP6lt5Ck

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What are the allegations against the student?

The controversy emerged after screenshots of purported WhatsApp conversations circulated on social media. The messages allegedly showed Khan inviting female students, including freshers, to travel from Delhi-NCR to Ahmedabad for Dosanjh's concert scheduled for November 21.

According to the screenshots being circulated, the offers included concert tickets, travel arrangements, VIP access and monetary benefits ranging from Rs 10,000 to Rs 30,000, depending on the students' profiles.

The messages also allegedly referred to a group of young members associated with an NRI investor who would be attending the concert. The proposed participants were reportedly expected to meet certain appearance and communication criteria.

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The allegations have raised concerns over the nature of the proposed arrangements and the manner in which female students were approached. However, the claims and the authenticity of the messages have not been independently established.

What action has the college taken?

Under the suspension order, Khan has been barred from participating in regular academic and extracurricular activities until February 1, 2027. However, considering that he is a third-year student, the college has allowed him to appear for scheduled university examinations.

He may also visit the campus to complete pending internal assessments or assignments, but only with prior permission from the college proctor.

The college has directed him to submit a written undertaking acknowledging the seriousness of the allegations and assuring that such conduct will not be repeated. It has also warned that any further disciplinary violation could invite stricter action, including termination from the college, following due process.

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What has NSUI said?

NSUI has distanced itself from Khan, stating that it had already suspended him from the organisation on September 12, during the Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) election period.

In its response, the student organisation said Khan was suspended over alleged anti-organisational activities and indiscipline. It maintained that he was no longer associated with NSUI when the present allegations surfaced.

The organisation condemned any attempt to exploit or financially induce female students and called for a fair and transparent investigation, demanding strict action against anyone found guilty.

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#WATCH | Delhi: Ramanujan College suspended NSUI office-bearer Anas Khan, following allegations that he attempted to induce female students to travel to Ahmedabad for a Diljit Dosanjh concert by offering them monetary benefits, gifts and other incentives.

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The ABVP's Delhi unit has sought a fair, transparent and time-bound investigation into the allegations, along with strict action if they are established.

It questioned NSUI's response to the incident and demanded accountability from its leadership.

DUSU President Yash Dabas said, speaking to ANI, "This isn't the first time NSUI workers have been accused of sexual harassment. Former NSUI national president Fairoz Khan was also charged with sexual harassment by one of his workers. There are many such incidents. So, we demand that the NIA investigate it and take the strictest possible action against Anas Khan and everyone involved."