Panaji, July 8: Goa University’s decision to grant a one-time relaxation under Ordinances OC-81 and OC-82, providing major relief to LLB, BA LLB and BCom LLB students, has sparked a political credit battle, with both the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) and the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) claiming that their efforts led to the breakthrough.

As per the University’s circular dated July 6, 2026, students of the first batch admitted under the new ordinances with not more than five backlogs across Semesters I to IV will now be eligible for admission to the Third Year. Students awaiting the declaration of Semester IV and repeat examination results will also be granted provisional admission, ensuring that they do not lose an academic year.

NSUI Goa stated that the concession was secured after sustained representations, continuous follow-up with the University authorities and a gherao of the Vice-Chancellor’s office demanding justice for the affected students.

Welcoming the decision, Goa Pradesh Congress Committee (GPCC) President Girish Chodankar congratulated the NSUI team, saying the decision reflected the power of democratic protest and persistent follow-up. He urged the student wing to continue raising issues related to education, admissions, scholarships, infrastructure and employment.

Meanwhile, BJYM Goa also claimed credit for resolving the long-pending academic progression issue. The youth wing of the BJP said its sustained efforts helped secure relief for students studying under Ordinances OC-81 and OC-82.

BJYM further stated that students had expressed gratitude to BJP Goa President Damu Naik and Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant for their support and intervention in resolving the matter.

With both NSUI and BJYM claiming to have played a key role, the Goa University’s one-time relaxation has now become the centre of a political tussle, even as hundreds of law students stand to benefit from the decision.