Hidden Camera Found in Girls’ Hostel Washroom in Andhra Pradesh, massive protests

A hidden camera was discovered in the washroom of a girls’ hostel at Gudlavalleru College of Engineering, leading to statewide massive student protests.

Discovery of the Hidden Camera

The incident occurred when a student found the hidden camera in the washroom on Thursday evening. The discovery caused immediate alarm and distress among the students, who quickly informed the hostel authorities.

Arrest and Investigation:

A final-year engineering student named Vijay Kumar has been arrested. The police confiscated his laptop and cell phone as part of the investigation. The authorities are also investigating whether other students were involved in setting up the camera and distributing the videos.

Video Circulation:

It has been confirmed that over 300 photos and videos from the women’s hostel washroom were leaked and sold to students. This has intensified the outrage among the students and the public.

Student Protests Erupt

Following the discovery, students organized a protest that began Thursday night and continued into Friday morning. Chanting slogans such as “We want justice,” the students demanded immediate action against those responsible for violating privacy and safety.

Police Involvement and Investigation

The police have taken a final-year engineering student into custody regarding the incident. An investigation is ongoing to determine if additional students were involved in setting up the camera and distributing the videos.

Dear Indians 🙏🏻,

We need your attention, Andhra Pradesh ain't in safe hands.‼️

A scandalous incident has come to light at Gudlavalleru College of Engineering in Gudivada, where a hidden camera was discovered in the hostel washroom, secretly recorded 300 videos and sold to boys. pic.twitter.com/YDL3Jr4ntH

— Chaitanya (@ltsChaitanya) August 30, 2024

Circulation of Videos

Reports indicate that some of the videos recorded by the hidden camera were circulated among students in the boys’ hostel, further aggravating the outrage. More than 300 photos and videos from the women’s hostel washroom were leaked, with some students reportedly buying these videos.

The college administration has promised to enhance security measures and conduct regular checks to prevent such incidents in the future. They have also pledged to support the affected students and address their concerns promptly.

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