Patna, Aug 4: Students in Patna resumed their protest on Tuesday, expressing concern over the reported absence of several classmates and demanding urgent action from the authorities to trace them and ensure their safe return.A large number of students gathered at the protest site, carrying placards and raising slogans.
The demonstrators called for greater transparency and regular updates regarding efforts to locate those who have not yet returned.“We are still waiting for many of our friends,” several protesters said, adding that they would continue their peaceful demonstration until all the missing students were accounted for or the administration provided clear information about their whereabouts.
Family members of the students also joined the gathering and appealed to the authorities to intensify search efforts. Parents and relatives sought regular updates and urged officials to use all available resources to trace the students.Police and district authorities said search and verification operations were continuing. Officials stated that teams were collecting information, examining available leads and coordinating with relevant agencies.
The administration appealed to the public to avoid sharing unverified information, saying rumours could create confusion and affect ongoing efforts.Security was strengthened around the protest venue, with additional police personnel deployed and barricades placed at key points to maintain order and regulate traffic.
The demonstration remained largely peaceful, and no major incident was reported.Student representatives sought direct engagement with senior government officials and demanded faster action and improved communication.
They said the protest would continue until meaningful progress was made or satisfactory information was provided to the affected families.The renewed movement has drawn support from students, local residents and civil society groups, who have called for a prompt and transparent response from the authorities.
