Delay in Panjab University Senate Polls Sparks Uproar

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has urged Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar to expedite the senate elections at Panjab University, Chandigarh. Mann highlighted the emotional significance of the university for Punjab and criticized the postponement of elections, which angers stakeholders and threatens the institution’s democratic integrity.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is calling for prompt action from Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar to facilitate senate elections at Panjab University, Chandigarh. In his letter to Dhankhar, Mann emphasized that the delayed elections, past their October 31 deadline, are a deeply emotive issue for Punjab.

Mann urged Dhankhar, who serves as the university's Chancellor, to intervene and advise relevant authorities for timely election procedures. He underscored the historical significance of Panjab University following the 1947 partition and its subsequent role in Punjab's educational landscape.

Mann criticized the election delay as contrary to principles of good governance and the university's regulations, citing rising discontent among teachers, students, and alumni. Reports about potentially replacing democratic elections with nominations have further fueled concerns about undermining the institution's democratic frameworks.

(With inputs from agencies.)