Change at Tezpur University: Tezpur University VC sent on leave amid student protests; Enquiry committee to probe allegations of misconduct

In a decisive move, the Ministry of Education has named a pro vice-chancellor for Tezpur University, while a three-member committee has been assembled to scrutinize claims made against Vice-Chancellor Shambhu Nath Singh. Singh will be on leave during the investigation, which addresses serious allegations of financial misconduct and environmental issues.