Courageous Legacy: Remembering G N Saibaba

G N Saibaba, a former Delhi University professor famed for his commitment to justice, has died at 58. Despite being acquitted of charges linking him to Maoists, he spent 10 years in prison. Students' Association mourns his loss, hailing his bravery and indomitable spirit.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 12-10-2024 23:43 IST | Created: 12-10-2024 23:43 IST
Courageous Legacy: Remembering G N Saibaba
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The former Delhi University professor, G N Saibaba, known for his unyielding commitment to justice, passed away on Saturday due to health complications. He was 58.

Saibaba died at a state-run hospital, just seven months after his acquittal in a case accusing him of links with Maoists, for which he had spent 10 years in prison.

Remembered by the Left-backed All India Students' Association, they honored his courage, posting on social media, "Adieu Professor! Your courage and commitment will inspire us forever." Saibaba had sought reinstatement at Delhi University post-acquittal, challenging his termination.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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