Quick Info
| Profession | Student, Activist |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 01/01/1996 |
| Age | 30 years |
| Birthplace | Patti, District Tarn Taran, Punjab, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
Latest News about Kanupriya
07/06/2025
An opinion piece revisited Kanu Priya’s role in Panjab University student politics and highlighted her leadership after becoming the first woman president of the university’s student council. It described how she used her position to challenge gender bias and push for fairer campus rules and access for women students.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Kanu Priya Devgan |
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| Nicknames | Rabia, Kannu |
| Famous For | Being the first woman President of Panjab University Campus Students’ Council 2018 (PUCSC) |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5’ 6” |
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| Weight | 50 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| University | Panjab University, Chandigarh |
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| Educational Qualification | Pursuing M.Sc. Zoology 2nd year (2018) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Caste | Brahmin |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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| Affairs/Boyfriends | Not Known |
Family
| Father | Pawan Kumar (Manager in a Highway Industry) |
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| Mother | Chandar Sudha Rani (Nurse) |
Career
| 2015 | Role: Activist | Organization: Students For Society (SFS) | Achievement: Actively opposed a sexual harassment case while enrolled in Panjab University. |
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| 2016 | Role: Volunteer | Organization: Make A Difference | Achievement: Served as an Ed (emergency department) support volunteer supporting children in shelters across India. |
| 2018 | Role: President | Organization: Panjab University Campus Students’ Council (PUCSC) | Achievement: Elected as the first woman President, securing 2802 votes and defeating the closest rival by 719 votes. |
Favourites
| Favorite Food(s) | Dosa, Idli, Sambhar |
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| Favorite Destination | Goa |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Kanupriya made history on 6 September 2018 by becoming the first female President of the ‘Panjab University Campus Students’ Council’, winning with 2802 votes. | |
| 2. As the sole female candidate, Kanupriya ran against five male contenders from different political groups. | |
| 3. In her victory, Kanupriya defeated the closest competitor, Ashish Rana from ‘ABVP’, by 719 votes, with the NOTA option receiving more votes than the winning margin. | |
| 4. Kanupriya is not only the first woman president of Panjab University but also of the ‘Students For Society’ (SFS) party. | |
| 5. She enrolled in Panjab University in 2014, and her SFS party actively opposed a sexual harassment case in 2015. | |
| 6. In 2016, Kanupriya served as an Ed (emergency department) support volunteer at 'Make A Difference', working to support children in shelters across India. | |
| 7. Post-election, Kanupriya outlined her plans to prevent fee hikes, oppose privatization, eliminate derogatory cultural performances, and advocate for 24-hour girls' hostels. | |
| 8. During the victory festivities, Kanupriya cautioned the vice-chancellor, Prof. Raj Kumar, against interfering in the student council's affairs. | |
| 9. Kanupriya rejects casteism by choosing not to use her surname. | |
| 10. Apart from her role in politics, Kanupriya is known for her love for dogs. |
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