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Nepotism Allegations Rock J&K Assembly Over University Professors’ Extension Policy

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Last updated: March 19, 2025 3:09 pm
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Avinash Azad

A heated debate erupted in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly as MLA Dr. Narinder Singh Raina raised serious concerns over alleged favoritism and nepotism in the extension of retirement age for university professors.

The MLA questioned the government over the selective implementation of extensions and the potential misuse of the review mechanism, suggesting it had become a tool for pick-and-choose policies, sycophancy, and academic manipulation.

Professors’ Retirement Age: Extension Amid Controversy

Dr. Raina first sought confirmation on whether the retirement age for university professors had been raised from 62 to 65 years. The government acknowledged the extension but clarified that it is subject to an annual review by a committee, as per Government Order No. 183-JK (HE) of 2023, dated 03/07/2023. This committee, chaired by the Chief Secretary, includes the Vice-Chancellor of the concerned university, the Administrative Secretary of Higher Education, and co-opted members from the Law and Finance Departments.

Annual Reviews: A System Ripe for Favoritism?

Further pressing the issue, the MLA questioned whether it was true that only the first-year extension is reviewed by the Chief Secretary-led committee, while subsequent reviews are conducted solely by university Vice-Chancellors. The government admitted that the Vice-Chancellors have the authority to assess professors’ performance on an annual basis, using benchmarks such as:

– Research publications

– Classroom teaching contributions

– Overall academic output

– General conduct and institutional service

This mechanism, however, has sparked serious concerns over transparency and accountability, with critics arguing that it opens doors for favoritism and undue influence over faculty members seeking extensions.

Is the System Fueling Academic Sycophancy?

Dr. Raina escalated the debate, alleging that the review mechanism had forced university professors into sycophancy to secure their extensions. In response, the government dismissed the claim, insisting that the process is structured, merit-based, and free from bias.

However, multiple faculty members and opposition voices have challenged the objectivity of the system, arguing that professors are now under constant pressure to appease higher-ups rather than focus on genuine academic excellence.

Abolition of the Review System? Govt Sidesteps Issue

When questioned on whether the government intends to scrap this controversial review mechanism, the response was evasive. The government justified the continuation of senior professors, citing their research contributions and alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

It argued that extending the tenure of experienced faculty members ensures better research supervision and enhances academic output at national and international levels. However, this reasoning failed to address concerns over alleged discrimination, arbitrary decision-making, and the potential for favoritism.

Storm Brewing in Academia The government’s firm denial of any wrongdoing has done little to quell dissatisfaction among university faculty and opposition leaders. With accusations of selective extensions and institutional bias gaining momentum, there is growing pressure on the administration to revisit the review mechanism and ensure complete transparency in faculty tenure decisions.

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