Constitution of varsity bodies: Bill transfers VCs' power to registrars

The proposed university amendment bill likely to be tabled in upcoming assembly session

- EXPRESS NEWS SERVICE @T'Puram

THE government has included a provision in the proposed university amendment bill that would take away from Vice-Chancellors the authority to issue the official notification constituting newly elected bodies, including Senate, Syndicate, academic councils and student unions, in universities.

The Bill, that is likely to be tabled in the upcoming assembly session, lays down enhanced powers for the Pro-Chancellor (Higher Education Minister) in university matters.

The Bill has provisions to make universities comply with directives issued by the Pro-Chancellor who is also empowered to seek explanation on various matters from the varsities.