Medical student suspended at GMC Srinagar after alleged blasphemous post

 A medical student at Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar has been suspended following outrage over a social media post deemed offensive to religious sentiments.

Apropos certain reports from GMC Srinagar ,it is to inform that immediate cognisance of the matter was taken by GMC Srinagar administration. Pending enquiry the concerned individual has been suspended with immediate effect. @srinagaradmin @SyedAbidShah

— GMC Srinagar (@principalgmcsgr) June 5, 2024

According to a statement from the GMC Srinagar administration, “immediate cognisance” was taken of the matter. The student has been suspended pending an inquiry by a committee comprised of 13 Heads of Departments (HODs) and Heads of Units (HOUs). The committee will determine further action under college regulations.

The statement also urged “all concerned to maintain peace and tranquility in the campus.”