BJP’s Youth Wing BJYM Workers Vandalise Bangladesh Stall at MIT-WPU World Cultural Festival in Pune

Kothrud, 11th February 2026: An incident of alleged vandalism disrupted the World Cultural Festival at MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU) on Tuesday evening after members of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM), the youth wing of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), reportedly ransacked a Bangladesh food stall and set fire to a Bangladesh flag on the campus.

According to preliminary information, the incident took place during the annual cultural event, which showcases food, music, and traditions from different countries and is attended by Indian and international students. Witnesses said a group of individuals entered the university premises and targeted the stall representing Bangladesh, leading to panic among students and organizers.

MIT-WPU Registrar Ganesh B. Pokale said the university is treating the matter seriously and has initiated the process of filing a formal police complaint. “An unfortunate incident occurred during the World Cultural Festival. Preliminary information indicates that certain unauthorized individuals entered the campus premises. The University is in the process of lodging a formal complaint with the police,” Pokale said in an official statement.

He added that the World Cultural Festival is an annual event aimed at celebrating cultural diversity and giving international students a platform to present their traditions, similar to events conducted by other universities in Pune every year.

“The University remains committed to ensuring a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all,” Pokale said.

Police officials said they are verifying the details of the incident and will take appropriate action after reviewing CCTV footage and statements from eyewitnesses.