Archive · 6 Aug 2025
Kerala Govt Amends Rules for University VC Appointments
The government of Kerala is changing how they pick the boss (Vice-Chancellor) for a digital university.
They're doing this because of some rules from the government (UGC) and decisions made in court.
The government is sending the new rules to the Governor to be approved.
If the Governor says yes, the group that finds the new boss will change.
Kerala government approved a draft ordinance to amend VC appointment rules.
The ordinance is related to the Kerala University of Digital Sciences.
Amendments are in response to UGC Rules, 2018, and recent court orders.
The cabinet has forwarded the draft to the Governor.
If approved, the ordinance will change the selection committee composition.
- Who
- The Kerala government and the Governor.
- What
- The Kerala government is amending the rules for appointing a Vice-Chancellor.
- When
- The Kerala cabinet approved the draft ordinance on Wednesday.
- Where
- Kerala.
- Why
- To align with UGC Rules, 2018, and recent court orders.
Government's Stance
Governor's Perspective (Not Specified)
Rationale for Amendment
Government's Stance
Amendments are needed to comply with UGC Rules and court orders.
Governor's Perspective (Not Specified)
Information not available in the article
- Event
- Ordinance regarding VC appointments
- University
- Kerala University of Digital Sciences
- Governing Body
- Kerala Cabinet
- Action
- Approved draft ordinance
- Reason
- Compliance with UGC Rules and court orders