Rebellion Within: Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh Joins Nationwide Protest Against New UGC Rules, Warns of Mass Agitation

New Delhi / Gonda: The ongoing nationwide unrest over the new University Grants Commission (UGC) regulations has taken a dramatic political turn. On January 28, 2026, veteran BJP leader and former MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh broke his silence, officially joining the protest against the Modi government’s new policy. In a stern message, Singh demanded an immediate rollback of the rules, warning that they could tear the social fabric of the country apart.

“Society Doesn’t Run from Offices” – Brij Bhushan’s Blunt Warning

In a video shared on social media, Brij Bhushan made a direct appeal to the Central Government. Pointing towards village children playing together, he emphasized that grassroots harmony is governed by tradition, not bureaucratic mandates.

Key Highlights from his Statement:

• Social Harmony: He argued that in villages, children from Upper Caste, Dalit, and Backward classes play and live together without asking about each other’s caste.

• Threat of Division: He claimed the new UGC rules would create “collisions” in society and lead to long-term national damage by dividing people.

• Call for Agitation: Singh declared that if the rules are not reconsidered, a massive movement will be launched. He clarified that this wouldn’t be a “single-caste” protest but would include Sanatanis, Dalits, and Backward classes alike.

A United Front: The Singh Family Steps In

The entire Brij Bhushan family has now aligned against the regulation, marking a significant internal challenge for the ruling party:

• Pratik Bhushan Singh (MLA, Gonda): Brij Bhushan’s elder son was among the first to voice concerns, stating that the regulations would disrupt social equilibrium at the ground level.

• Karan Bhushan Singh (MP): The younger son and Member of Parliament addressed rumors regarding his involvement in the policy-making process. He clarified that the Parliamentary Standing Committee he serves on had no role in drafting these UGC rules. He posted, “We cannot allow our educational institutions to become centers of caste-based conflict.”

Rising Discontent Within the BJP

The backlash isn’t limited to the Singh family; it reflects a broader discomfort within the BJP:

• Senior Voices: Former Governor and senior BJP leader Kalraj Mishra has already termed these regulations “unconstitutional.”

• Internal Resignations: In Raebareli, a BJP office-bearer recently resigned in protest.

• Widespread Protests: Districts like Deoria, Kaushambi, and Raebareli have seen intense demonstrations by student unions and teacher associations.

The Bottom Line

The UGC controversy has evolved from an academic debate into a major political flashpoint. With a powerful political family like Brij Bhushan’s threatening a multi-caste movement, the pressure on the Central Government to “rethink and reform” is reaching a boiling point.

Would you like me to draft a series of FAQs explaining exactly which specific UGC rules are causing this widespread controversy?