Kolkata college students allege pressure to participate in 'Namo Seva' play; Principal denies charge

Kolkata college students allege pressure to participate in 'Namo Seva' play; Principal denies charge

Students at a Kolkata college claim the West Bengal government is pressuring them to take part in a play titled 'Namo Seva' and related drawing and elocution contests under the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan. The college principal has rejected the allegation, saying participation is voluntary. The directive applies to state‑run higher education institutions across the state.