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IIT Mandi Orders Probe Into Caste-Related Bhagavad Gita Poster, Director

Times Now · WorldNews · 2026-09-06

IIT Mandi Orders Probe Into Caste-Related Bhagavad Gita Poster, Director

IIT Mandi has initiated an inquiry after a controversial Bhagavad Gita-themed poster displayed on campus sparked criticism over its caste-related content. The poster, put up during Janmashtami celebrations on September 4, described traditional social divisions and included a line stating that Shudras should “serve higher classes.” Responding to the backlash, IIT Mandi Director Laxmidhar Behera clarified that the poster was part of a student-led event and did not reflect the institute’s views.

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