'Don't Regret It': UP Teacher Sacked Allegedly For Joining Jantar Mantar Protest

According to a report by The Quint, Dr. Mohit Bhardwaj, an educator in Uttar Pradesh, has been terminated from his position following his participation in a protest at Jantar Mantar. Dr. Bhardwaj claims that his involvement in the demonstration, which was held to support student interests, led to his sudden dismissal from his teaching role.

Dr. Bhardwaj stated that he attended the protest in solidarity with students and faced police intervention, including the use of lathis, during the event. He asserts that his subsequent termination is a direct consequence of his presence at the protest site. The incident has drawn attention to the intersection of professional employment and the right to participate in public demonstrations within the state.

While the specific details regarding the administrative grounds for his termination remain subject to further investigation, the case highlights ongoing discussions regarding the rights of public and private sector employees to engage in political or social activism. As of now, there has been no official statement from the educational institution regarding the specific reasons cited for Dr. Bhardwaj's removal.