Assam CM Denounces Tezpur University Protests: Calls for Dialogue

Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has criticized the protests at Tezpur University following the handling of tributes for singer Zubeen Garg. He emphasized his preference for dialogue over unrest. The university faces shutdowns, impacting exams, as a central team investigates the Vice Chancellor's conduct.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has taken a firm stance against the protests at Tezpur University, advocating for dialogue over disturbance.

Students have been in conflict with the university administration, accusing Vice Chancellor Shambhu Nath Singh of disrespecting late singer Zubeen Garg.

As students enforce a campus shutdown, the Chief Minister called for an impartial enquiry and urged swift leadership changes in the university's administration.

(With inputs from agencies.)