Himachal Pradesh University teachers protest for 13 days over autonomy

Himachal Pradesh University HPUTWA academic freedom university autonomy teacher protests

The Himachal Pradesh University Teachers’ Welfare Association (HPUTWA) has entered its 13th consecutive day of the 'Save University Campaign' protest in Shimla. Teachers are demonstrating outside the Vice-Chancellor’s office to demand the protection of the institution's autonomy, academic freedom, and institutional dignity.

Association members, including Rakesh Kumar Negi and Professor Chandra Mohan Parsheera, argued that the university's 56-year legacy of research and education relies on independent functioning. They expressed concern that administrative reforms might be used to impose restrictions on autonomous decision-making.

Other leaders, such as Secretary Ankush Bhardwaj and Joint Secretary Anjali Sharma, stated that while they support accountability and transparency, these should not come at the expense of academic freedom or the university's democratic processes. They urged for increased investment in infrastructure and laboratories rather than measures that weaken institutional independence.

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Ankush Bhardwaj · Himachal Pradesh University · Himachal Pradesh University Teachers’ Welfare Association · Rakesh Kumar Negi · Shimla

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[● 3 SOURCES] Teachers support accountability and transparency but argue autonomy should not be weakened to achieve them. www.news18.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Autonomy is the foundation of the university's effective and independent functioning. www.news18.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The HPUTWA is conducting the 'Save University Campaign' to protect university autonomy, academic freedom, and institutional dignity. www.news18.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The university has made significant contributions to education and research over the past 56 years. www.news18.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Autonomy is directly linked to academic freedom in teaching, research, and decision-making. www.news18.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The protest has continued for 13 consecutive days. www.news18.com

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