**Chaos at Mithibai College Over 75% Attendance Policy Sparks Parent Protest**
*Mumbai, October 4:*
Chaos erupted at Mithibai College on Friday when parents of degree students protested against the mandatory 75% attendance policy, prompting the management to call in the Juhu police. The situation escalated to the point that the college had to be evacuated, although no official complaint has been filed.
**Students Barred Over Minimal Attendance Shortfall**
The incident began when some students were reportedly denied permission to sit for exams due to missing the 75% attendance requirement. In several cases, students were short by only 2–3%, which angered parents who gathered outside the principal’s office demanding leniency.
Two mothers allegedly kicked the principal’s office door when they were denied entry, and security personnel attempting to intervene were reportedly manhandled. The confrontation intensified further when family members of staff joined in, resulting in at least one injury.
**Police Called to Restore Order**
The Juhu police confirmed their presence was precautionary due to the large crowd, stating, “No one approached us to file a complaint. We sent the police because in crowded places, police always have to be present.”
Videos circulating on social media showed officers controlling the situation while the entire campus was evacuated for safety.
**Concerns Over Campus Safety and Attendance Policy**
Parents allegedly threatened the principal during the scuffle, prompting the college to increase security measures around her office.
While the 75% attendance rule has long been a contentious issue, this incident has reignited debates about the challenges students face balancing internships, part-time jobs, and long commutes.
The college management has yet to comment on the incident, and attempts to reach the principal and vice-principal were unsuccessful.
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