The Hindu College Staff Association (HCSA) has demanded the removal of the college principal and the chairman of its governing body, along with an independent inquiry into alleged irregularities in the institution. The association has been protesting against the college administration for more than two weeks and has sought immediate intervention from Delhi University.
It accused the college administration of violating university rules, delaying faculty promotions and leave matters, bypassing the Staff Council and failing to maintain transparency in financial and administrative decisions, PTI reported. The HCSA is protesting against the college administration over alleged irregularities in admissions, financial matters and governance. The association has asked Delhi University to investigate these issues and hold those responsible accountable. The HCSA has accused the administration of deviating from Delhi University’s admission rules and failing to follow proper procedures for faculty leave and promotions. It has also alleged that the administration bypassed the Staff Council, which plays a role in the college’s academic and administrative affairs. It has also called on the college to implement observations made by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG). Another major concern involves the alleged commercial use of college resources. The HCSA has claimed that buildings were being taken over and renamed after corporate donors, including the Chimes Group, Relaxo and Ultra International. It has alleged that these arrangements violate university rules and has sought an inquiry into them.
The protest began on September 14, following allegations that the college violated Delhi University rules while allocating seats under the Sports and Extra-Curricular Activities (ECA) quotas. In a press note issued on Wednesday, the HCSA said it had passed a no-confidence resolution against the principal.
