AKPCTA demands vigilance probe into allegations of graft against Kerala University V-C The All Kerala Private College Teachers’ Association (AKPCTA) has accused Kerala University Vice Chancellor Mohanan Kunnummal of engaging in nepotism and corruption, demanding a thorough investigation into the university administration’s handling of promotion and research-related matters. The association alleged that the V-C unilaterally removed key items from the Syndicate meeting agenda, undermining due process and favoring select cases. According to the association, nearly 400 promotion files of aided college teachers, along with multiple research guide approval applications, had been cleared by the Standing Committee and were scheduled for discussion during the Syndicate meeting on Wednesday. However, just hours before the meeting, the V-C reportedly removed all promotion and research-related items from the agenda. The AKPCTA claimed that while legitimate files were sidelined, a small group of cases aligned with the V-C’s interests were approved using special powers under Section 10(13) of the Kerala University Act, bypassing standard procedures. The association accused the V-C of escalating discrimination against aided college teachers into a clear case of nepotism and corruption. They called for a comprehensive vigilance probe into the files included in the Syndicate agenda at the V-C’s discretion. AKPCTA State president A. Nishanth and general secretary Bijukumar K. also urged the immediate clearance of all promotion files approved by the Standing Committee in an urgent Syndicate meeting. Additionally, they demanded swift action on pending research guide applications, which have been delayed for an extended period.#all_kerala_private_college_teachers_association #kerala_university #mohanan_kunnummal #nishanth #bijukumar_k
