Archive · 8 Jun 2025
MRSPTU Ex-VC Faces Probe Over Nepotism and Misuse Allegations
The former head of MRSPTU, Dr. Sandeep Kansal, is being investigated because he's accused of helping his wife, Prof. Mamta Kansal, get a job and advance her career unfairly.
People think he used his position to favor his wife and potentially break rules.
They're looking into how she got her job and if her career benefited from his help.
There are also claims he misused university funds and took bribes.
Kansal denies these accusations.
The Chief Minister has ordered an investigation.
The inquiry also includes allegations of misuse of university funds, harassing staff, and soliciting bribes.
Dr. Sandeep Kansal, former MRSPTU VC, faces allegations of nepotism, misuse of authority, and favoritism.
The investigation concerns alleged irregularities in his wife's appointment and career.
Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has ordered action on the complaint.
Kansal denies all accusations, stating his wife's job followed regulations.
Allegations include bypassing norms, financial loss, misuse of funds, and soliciting bribes.
- Who
- Dr. Sandeep Kansal, former MRSPTU Vice-Chancellor, and Prof. Mamta Kansal, his wife.
- What
- Investigation into former MRSPTU V-C Dr. Sandeep Kansal's actions.
- When
- Complaint marked for action by the Chief Minister, leading to an investigation.
- Where
- Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University (MRSPTU), Bathinda, India.
- Why
- Due to allegations of nepotism, misuse of authority, and favoritism concerning Prof. Mamta Kansal's appointment and career.
Accusations
Denials
Nepotism and Favoritism
Accusations
Allegations that Prof. Mamta Kansal's appointment and career advancements were irregular, potentially violating norms and causing financial loss.
Denials
Dr. Sandeep Kansal denies wrongdoing, stating his wife's job followed government regulations.
Misuse of Authority
Accusations
Allegations of misuse of university funds, harassment of staff, and soliciting bribes.
Denials
The article does not provide a counter-argument.
- Former V-C
- Dr. Sandeep Kansal
- University
- MRSPTU
- Involved Party
- Prof. Mamta Kansal
- Main Accusations
- Nepotism, Misuse of Authority, Favoritism
- V-C Tenure
- July 26, 2024 - March 25, 2025
- Investigation Initiated By
- Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann
- Current Position
- Teaches in Physics Department