Nabarangpur: Model Degree College in Odisha’s Nabarangpur district has been closed sine die (indefinitely) following political unrest, protests and the possibility of a law-and-order situation on the campus after the cancellation of the Students’ Union Election 2026-27.

According to an official notification, the election was cancelled due to the non-availability of eligible candidates. The college authorities ordered the indefinite closure with immediate effect to ensure the safety and security of students, staff and institutional property.

As part of the closure order, all students residing in the college hostels have been directed to vacate their respective hostel premises within four hours of the publication of the notice, by 5 pm on October 10. 

The notification also prohibits students and unauthorised persons from entering the college campus or hostel premises during the closure period without written permission from the college authorities.

All physical classes, examinations and co-curricular activities have been suspended until further notice. Any online academic activities or updates will be communicated through the institution’s official channels.

The college authorities have urged students to maintain peace, refrain from unauthorised gatherings and unlawful activities, and leave the campus peacefully.

The institution will remain closed until further orders.