Mangalore: A demonstration was staged in front of the DC office in Mangalore on August 29, Wednesday by members of the All College Students Association opposing the change in the rules for availing concession in fees for students from backward classes.

Uttam Alva, President of the Association, who addressed the agitators  said  the new rules was hassle to students belonging to backward classes and alleged students whose families’ annual  income is less than Rs 44500 were denied concession in fees.

He also urged the government to revert to the old rules