Beef Or Chicken? Biryani On Aligarh Muslim University Menu Sparks Row, Admin Responds

The AMU administration clarified that the notice contained a "typing error" and assured that a show-cause notice had been issued to those responsible.

Amused by a notice announcing 'beef biryani' for lunch at Aligarh Muslim University, students took to social media, resulting in widespread reactions.

Source : PTI

A controversy erupted at Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Uttar Pradesh, after a notice circulated stating that 'chicken biryani' would be replaced with 'beef biryani' for lunch on Sunday.

The notice, discovered by students at Sir Shah Sulaiman Hall, quickly spread on social media. As the notice surfaced, it sparked widespread reactions. Signed by two "authorised" individuals, it read, “Sunday's lunch menu has been changed, and beef biryani will be served instead of chicken biryani as per demand."

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After the backlash, the AMU administration clarified that the notice contained a "typing error" and assured that a show-cause notice had been issued to those responsible. “The matter was brought to our attention. We found that the notice was regarding the food menu. However, it contained a clear typing error. The notice was immediately withdrawn as it had no official signatures, raising doubts about its authenticity,” reads the statement.

Show-Cause Notice Issued 

“Our provost has issued a show-cause notice to the two senior students responsible (for issuing the notice). We are taking this issue seriously to ensure strict adherence to university regulations,” the statement further added.

In response to the incident, BJP leader and an Aligarh Muslim University alumnus, Nishit Sharma, lashed out at the administrations of the university for handling the matter. He also alleged the university for stimulating radical elements.

“The administration's role in this is shameful. A notice was circulated at the Sir Shah Sulaiman Hall stating that beef biryani would be served instead of chicken biryani. The notice was displayed publicly, and it was the responsibility of the senior food committee members. Such actions indicate that the administration is encouraging radical elements and covering up student misconduct,” Sharma alleged, news agency PTI reported.