The Vice Chancellor of Tamil Nadu National Law University (TNNLU), V Nagaraj, sparked outrage after suggesting that women wearing shorts 'invite sexual harassment.' His comments, made during a meeting on April 15, were met with immediate backlash from students who staged protests on campus, holding placards that read, 'Blame the mindset, not clothes.' They condemned the remarks as victim-blaming and detrimental to efforts promoting gender equality. A source within the university characterized Nagaraj's comments as 'fatherly advice,' aiming to protect the institution's reputation. In response to the growing discontent, Nagaraj attempted to clarify his statement, asserting that it was taken out of context and related to the university's image. Despite his attempts to mitigate the situation, students continued to demand an apology, emphasizing that clothing should never be associated with sexual harassment.