Ambedkar University Removes 2 Professors Over Illegal Appointment Of Non-Teaching Staff

New Delhi: Ambedkar University Delhi (AUD) has removed two professors from service for ir alleged involvement in irregularities related to regularisation of n-teaching staff. university authorities said decision was prompted by findings of an inquiry that uncovered unauthorised appointments under a one-time policy for regularising n-teaching positions in 2019.

In a statement issued on Friday, AUD said a probe initiated by Directorate of Higher Education revealed several irregularities, prompting university's Board of Manment (BoM) to set up an inquiry committee. "After careful consideration of inquiry report, written representations, and inputs from vigilance division, BoM resolved to remove two professors from service, effective immediately," statement said.

disciplinary action was taken under Central Civil Services (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules of 1965, which govern conduct for university staff, it ded.

matter pertains to alleged misuse of power by professors in question -- who held ministrative positions in 2019 -- to illegally appoint n-teaching staff. concerned professors could t be reached out for ir response to allegations.

Meanwhile, several student organisations std a protest on AUD campus demanding reinstatement of two professors. Criticising university's decision, protesters alleged that professors were being unfairly targeted as y called for a transparent review of investigation process.