Protests, blockades, and civic assemblies have resumed across Serbia, with significant gatherings noted in Belgrade and Novi Sad.

The Serbian Science Union organized a series of protests today under the slogan 'Science has risen' aimed at supporting the demands of the research community.

This movement saw a collaborative effort from the initiative 'Rebellious University', which announced a protest at the Philosophy Faculty in Belgrade, while the first assembly of educational workers, hosted by the United Education movement, was scheduled for this evening at Republic Square.

In Šabac, local citizens expressed their dissent by pelting the municipal building with eggs during a protest, reflecting widespread frustration regarding local governance.

Student-led demonstrations were also significant, with students from the Faculty of Organizational Sciences in Belgrade blocking a roundabout near Banjica last night.

They called for a larger protest set for Friday, April 4, coinciding with Student Day, and aim to present four specific demands to the government.

In Novi Belgrade, a gathering outside a police station was prompted by concerns over the detention of individuals earlier at a protest organized against the Serbian Progressive Party's offices.

A police cordon was established at the site, preventing access to protesters, although reports indicate that the situation remained peaceful with no direct confrontations.

Tomorrow, 80 students and members of the academic community will embark on a bicycle tour from the University of Novi Sad campus to the Council of Europe headquarters in Strasbourg to raise awareness of their demands and the current political climate in Serbia.

The cyclists represent four universities in Serbia and will pass through multiple countries, including Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany, and France, during their journey.

In Svrljig, citizens formed a group called 'We Lack One Answer,' delivering over 50 requests for access to public information to the local administration, aiming to address concerns about governance transparency and budgeting practices.

In Niš, students are holding a commemorative exhibition titled '100 Days - The Right Side' in celebration of their continuous protests, coinciding with a medal award event for cyclists and pedestrians.

A demonstration in solidarity with students was also organized by researchers and professors in Novi Sad, culminating at the University Rectorate.

Participants emphasized their alignment with students' rights and the importance of academic integrity amidst rising pressures on the educational system.

The protests are being met with varying local responses, as some schools, including the Third Belgrade Gymnasium and the Medical School in Subotica, have begun lockdown initiatives to draw attention to their grievances regarding impending inspections and administrative actions.

In Novi Pazar, students continue to block various locations, voicing their intention to sustain these actions until their demands are met.

This includes a planned large-scale protest set for April 12.

Noteworthy among the protests is a recent public condemnation of violence and intimidation directed at university staff, highlighting incidents involving police interrogation of university faculty and physical assaults on others.

Protest leaders have called these actions indicative of broader systemic issues affecting academic freedom and governance.

The ongoing demonstrations have seen a unification of various societal groups, including citizens, students, and academics, each aiming to highlight specific issues ranging from educational reform to transparency and accountability in governance.

The continuity of these protests marks a significant moment in Serbia's civic landscape, reflecting deep-seated frustrations with the current governmental framework.