Maja Gojković, the President of the Provincial Government of Vojvodina, is not holding back when it comes to the student protests and blockades shaking Serbia. According to her, demonstrators are exploiting a tragedy at the Novi Sad railway station to block the entire country, with a special focus on Vojvodina. She claims the blockade plans have failed, but the damage is already done. Students, she says, have lowered the reputation of state faculties, and some parents have decided to enroll their children abroad because of the blockades. Gojković bluntly states that if you don’t want to study, you don’t have to, as studying is not mandatory. These statements have exploded in public discourse, as the clash between authorities and students intensifies, with blockades causing major traffic and daily life disruptions. On the other hand, reports show that streets in Belgrade are passable this morning, but earlier blockades lasted for days, with students protesting the arrests of their peers and supporting those detained. This situation raises questions about the right to protest, responsibility, and the consequences for society. Is this just a political game or a real generational and ideological clash? Tensions are rising, and solutions are nowhere in sight. Got a hot take? Drop it in the comments — maybe you’ve got the answer to this student drama rocking Serbia.
Maja Gojković Blames Students for Blockades and Ruining University Reputation
