India's Gujarat University forces out 7 Afghan trainees from hostel

INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Authorities at Gujarat University in India have ordered 7 Afghan students to leave its hostel, The Times of India reported on
Sunday.According to the newspaper, five of the students followed the instruction and moved out.The move comes after the recent controversy
over offering prayers in the hostel premises.About three weeks ago, five foreign students, including an Afghan, were injured in an attack by
a mob for praying in the hostel.Gujarat University officials, however, said that the students who have been asked to leave the hostel either
have completed their courses or only have formalities to deal with, such as obtaining transcripts or certificates.Nijra Gupta, vice
chancellor of Gujarat University, stated that the Afghan consulate has been notified about the issue.The post India&s Gujarat University
evicts 7 Afghan students from hostel first appeared on Ariana News.