SRM University Professor Lora’s Suspension Letter Goes Viral Amid Allegations Of Anti-India Posts After Operation Sindoor
SRM University: A suspension letter issued to SRM University’s Professor Lora has gone viral on X, following allegations that she shared anti-India content on social media in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor. While the university has yet to release an official statement clarifying the nature of the posts, the incident has ignited online debate over educators' responsibilities and conduct. While the university has yet to release an official statement clarifying the nature of the posts.
Background of the incident
Several screenshots from a handle called "Verbal" — reportedly by netizens associated with Professor Lora — started making the rounds early Wednesday. One of the posts blames India for targeting civilians in Pakistan and calls the military intervention an "election stunt" instead of an act of justice. Another post foresees a grim future for India with "food shortages," "lockdowns," and "inflation" as the result of existing policies.
The backlash was rapid and vehement, with social media users tagging SRM University and asking for an explanation. The issue snowballed fast, with hashtags #AntiIndiaProf and #SRM trending all over the country. Critics have described her statements as "insensitive" and "irresponsible," particularly since she works as a professor at one of India's premier private universities.
Professor Lora’s Suspension Letter Goes Viral
According to the viral post, the letter of suspension order on May 8, 2025, was signed by Registrar Dr. S. Ponnusamy. The letter mentions "involvement in unethical activities" and states that Professor Lora has been put under immediate suspension, subject to an inquiry. The order does not directly mention the social media statements but is chronological with the social media fallout.
Although SRM and Lora have not made any official statement on who owns the "Verbal" account, the name and picture belong to the professor, as can be confirmed on her university profile, adding credibility to the public assumption.
The incident has again sparked a larger debate regarding academic freedom of expression. Those supporting the professors believe that the professors should be given the freedom to present personal opinions, particularly regarding socio-political matters, without fear of backlash from the institution. Those opposed believe that the educators are in positions of power and should avoid presenting content that may be damaging to national security or public morale.
As the internal investigation at the university continues, questions hang over the limits of online speech, particularly for those in public-facing professions. Whether the incident ends in a reinstatement, resignation, or other disciplinary action, it has already become a tinderbox in the debate about ethics in higher education.
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