Aligarh Muslim University Vice-Chancellor Prof Naima Khatoon met the newly elected office bearers of the Aligarh Muslim University Students’ Union (AMUSU) and the Women’s College Students’ Union (WCSU) on Monday, 9 November 2026. She heard the concerns they raised on behalf of students and said the administration and the students would work together to find a solution to every issue.
This was the first formal meeting between the VC and the two unions since the results of the 5 November polls, the first AMUSU election held in eight years.
What happened at the meeting
Prof Khatoon hosted both unions at a tea meeting and met each of them separately. According to a statement from the AMU Public Relations Office, she congratulated the student leaders on their election and wished them well for the year ahead.
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Those present noted that the elections had been held in a smooth, peaceful and orderly manner, in keeping with the democratic traditions of the university.
The office bearers placed some of the concerns of the student community before the Vice-Chancellor. The statement does not list the specific issues raised. Prof Khatoon gave them a patient hearing and assured them that the administration would work in close partnership with students on these matters.
The union representatives, in turn, said they would work hand in hand with the administration for the welfare of students and the progress of the university.
Who leads the unions this year
Noman Ashraf is the AMUSU President for 2026-27, Nashra Naim is Vice-President and Mohammad Hamdan is Honorary Secretary. At the Women’s College, Anam Riyaz leads the WCSU as President. You can read about the new AMUSU President, the full AMUSU cabinet for 2026-27 and the WCSU election result on The Aligarian.
Why it matters for students
With elected unions back after a long gap, students now have formal representatives who can take hostel, fee, academic and campus issues directly to the administration. Students who want an issue raised can approach their union office bearers or their elected cabinet members.
Read the official statement on the AMU website.
Frequently asked questions
When did the AMU VC meet the new students’ unions?
Prof Naima Khatoon met the AMUSU and WCSU office bearers on Monday, 9 November 2026, at a tea meeting. She met each union separately.
Who is the AMUSU President for 2026-27?
Noman Ashraf was elected AMUSU President in the 5 November 2026 election. Nashra Naim is Vice-President and Mohammad Hamdan is Honorary Secretary.
Who is the WCSU President in 2026?
Anam Riyaz was elected President of the Women’s College Students’ Union in November 2026.
What issues did the students raise with the VC?
The office bearers raised concerns of the student community, but the official statement did not list the specific issues. The VC promised that the administration would work with students to resolve every issue.
