Campus Vigilantism: Father Confronts Daughter’s Alleged Stalker at Pune’s MIT ADT University

The accused, identified as a student from the nearby Dr. D.Y. Patil College, reportedly managed to gain entry into the MIT ADT campus despite security protocols. According to the distressed family, the student had been subjecting the victim to a relentless campaign of online and physical stalking, including persistent unwanted messages, frequent phone calls, and tracking her movements on social media. The girl’s father claimed that the family had formally approached the university’s grievance cell and internal administration days prior to the incident, seeking protection and disciplinary action. However, alleging that the university failed to provide a timely response or secure the premises, the father decided to intervene personally when he spotted the youth on campus.

The confrontation quickly escalated into a violent clash. As the video circulated across social media platforms on March 5, 2026, it drew mixed reactions from the public—many empathizing with the father's protective instincts while others raised concerns about the breakdown of legal order on educational grounds. In response to the uproar, the MIT ADT University administration released a formal statement condemning the violence and confirming that an internal inquiry has been launched to investigate both the alleged harassment and the security lapse that allowed an outsider to enter the campus unchallenged. The university urged parents and students to utilize official legal channels rather than resorting to physical force.

The Loni Kalbhor police have since taken cognizance of the matter. While no arrests have been made as of Thursday evening, officials confirmed that they are investigating two separate but intertwined complaints: the initial harassment allegations filed by the victim’s family and a subsequent report regarding the assault on the student. This incident underscores a growing tension within Pune’s educational hubs regarding the efficacy of campus grievance cells and the rise of vigilantism when administrative systems are perceived as unresponsive. As the investigation continues, the event serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for more robust, transparent, and immediate safety mechanisms for students in high-pressure academic environments.