Hijab Controversy at Jadavpur University: HoD Saswati Halder Cleared to Resume Duties

Jadavpur University's executive council has allowed English department HoD Saswati Halder to resume her duties amidst the ongoing inquiry into a hijab-related incident. The fact-finding committee is set to submit its report on January 29. The controversy began when Halder asked a student to adjust her hijab during an exam.

In a recent development at Jadavpur University, the executive council has cleared English department head Saswati Halder to resume her duties amidst ongoing investigations into a hijab-related incident.

The controversy, ignited on December 22, revolves around Halder's request for a student to adjust her hijab during an examination to verify the absence of communication devices.

The university's governing body expressed support for Halder and highlighted the need for a standard operating procedure for exams, while the investigation report is anticipated by January 29.

(With inputs from agencies.)