NIT Durgapur Students Dance to ‘Chikni Chameli’, Professor Reacts: ‘Is This a Joke’

A group of NIT Durgapur students performed a dance to Chikni Chameli during a freshers’ induction programme. The students danced on stage while their classmates cheered from the auditorium. The performance took place as part of the institute’s programme for new students. However, a professor soon interrupted the performance and questioned the students. She asked whether they had received approval from their faculty advisors. Her intervention immediately changed the mood inside the auditorium. The incident later attracted widespread attention on social media.

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NIT Professor Questions Performance

The professor expressed strong objections to the students’ performance. She questioned why the students chose the song for an official institute programme. She also asked whether their faculty advisor had approved the performance. The professor reminded the students that junior students were present in the auditorium. Some students reportedly tried to respond to her questions. However, she continued asking about the approval and supervision of the event. Her remarks left the auditorium silent for some time. The episode was later recorded and shared online.

Education consultant Gourob Roy shared a video of the incident on Instagram. The video showed students dancing on stage before the professor interrupted them. Fellow students could be seen cheering during the performance. The professor then questioned the students about their dance and approval. The video quickly gained attention after users shared it across social media. Many viewers discussed both the students’ performance and the professor’s reaction. The incident soon became a topic of debate among social media users. Different users expressed contrasting views about what happened.

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Users Debate Song Choice

Several users supported the professor’s concerns about the song choice. They argued that students should follow certain standards during official institute programmes. Some commenters said every institutional event reflects the culture and values of an educational institution. They also felt organisers should consider how parents and prospective students view such events. However, other users criticised the professor’s approach toward the students. They argued that colleges should allow students to participate freely in cultural activities. The debate therefore focused on both the performance and the professor’s response. The incident continues to generate mixed reactions online.

The incident has raised broader questions about discipline and student expression on college campuses. Freshers’ programmes often include cultural performances and entertainment activities. Students use such events to interact with their peers and showcase their talents. At the same time, institutions can set guidelines for performances during official programmes. Faculty advisors can help students understand and follow those guidelines. The NIT Durgapur episode has highlighted the importance of clear communication between students and faculty members. While some people support strict standards, others prefer greater freedom for students. The viral video has brought both views into the public discussion.

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