After a series of back-and-forth decisions regarding the much-anticipated and “controversial” Senate elections, Mumbai University is finally set to conduct the Graduate Senate elections today. But, a student activist has approached the Supreme Court seeking a stay on the elections and has demanded a probe. While SC refused to halt the process, it has scheduled a hearing on the matter today, coinciding with voting day. Siddharth Ingale, president of the Maharashtra Students Union (MASU), filed an online petition requesting the postponement of the elections for the Mumbai University Registered Graduates constituency. Adv Sangram Bhosale will represent the Yuva Sena during the hearing.

In the petition, Ingale alleged that the election process was flawed and politically motivated. He stated, “The elections are more focused on political parties rather than student interests. There is a sharp decline in voter registration, which indicates deeper issues within the election process. We are seeking a stay on the elections and an inquiry into the process.”