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IIT Guwahati Professor Appointed Pro-VC Amid Tezpur University Enquiry

The Ministry of Education has appointed Professor Amrendra Kumar Das from IIT Guwahati as the new Pro-Vice Chancellor of Tezpur University. This appointment coincides with the formation of an enquiry committee to investigate allegations against the current Vice-Chancellor, Shambhu Nath Singh, who has been sent on immediate leave. The committee, chaired by the VC of Manipur University, is tasked with a comprehensive review of the campus crisis and must submit its report within three months. University authorities have been directed to provide full assistance to the committee for its enquiry.

Key Points: Prof. Amrendra Kumar Das Appointed Pro-VC of Tezpur University

  • New Pro-VC appointed from IIT Guwahati
  • Enquiry committee formed over VC allegations
  • VC sent on leave pending investigation
  • Committee report due within three months
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Ministry of Education appoints Prof Amrendra Kumar Das as Pro-Vice Chancellor of Tezpur University

The Ministry of Education appoints Prof. Amrendra Kumar Das as Pro-VC and forms an enquiry committee to investigate allegations against the Vice-Chancellor.

"Prof. Amrendra Kumar Das... has been appointed as the Pro-Vice Chancellor of Tezpur University till further orders. - Ministry of Education"

Guwahati, January 1

The Ministry of Education has appointed Professor Amrendra Kumar Das, who is currently serving at the Department of Design, IIT Guwahati, Assam, as the Pro-Vice Chancellor of Tezpur University in Assam till further orders.

In an official communication dated December 31, 2025, the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, said, "Prof. Amrendra Kumar Das, Department of Design, IIT Guwahati has been appointed as the Pro-Vice Chancellor of Tezpur University till further orders. The terms and conditions of the services of Prof. Amrendra Kumar Das as the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of Tezpur University shall be those as set forth in the Act, Statutes and Ordinances of the University. This issues with the approval of competent authority."

This came after the Ministry of Education constituted an Enquiry Committee to inquire into all matters pertaining to the ongoing situation in Tezpur University, including the allegations levelled against the Vice-Chancellor.

Prof. N Lokendra Singh, Vice-Chancellor Manipur University has been appointed as the Chairman of the committee while Prof. Jagadish Kumar Patnaik, Vice Chancellor, Nagaland University and Prof. Manish R. Joshi, Secretary, UGC are members of the committee.

Furthermore, Vice-Chancellor Shambhu Nath Singh was sent on leave immediately till the completion of the enquiry.

An office memorandum from the Department of Higher Education, reads, "In exercise of the powers conferred under Section 9 of the Tezpur University Act, 1993, the Visitor hereby constitutes an Enquiry Committee to inquire into all matters pertaining to the ongoing situation in Tezpur University, including the allegations levelled against the Vice-Chancellor."

"The Vice-Chancellor, Tezpur University shall recuse himself from all duties and proceed on leave immediately, and shall remain on leave till the completion of the enquiry," the memorandum added.

The committee shall conduct a detailed and comprehensive enquiry into the findings and recommendations of the Fact-Finding Committee Report submitted by the Office of the Chancellor of Tezpur University.

The committee shall ascertain the circumstances leading to the present crisis situation in the University campus, also including the resignations tendered and assumption of charges by various University functionaries.

The committee will also visit the campus, meet all stake holders and review relevant documents, communication and records as deemed fit.

The Committee has been asked to submit its report as early as possible and within a maximum duration of three months from the issue of this memorandum.

University authorities were also directed to assist fully with the Committee and provide all necessary documents and assistance required for the enquiry.

- ANI

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Sarah B
It's good to see decisive action being taken. Sending the VC on leave and forming an enquiry committee is the right move to ensure a fair investigation. The students and faculty deserve a transparent process without any bias.
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Priya S
Hope this brings an end to the turmoil on campus. The constant news about resignations and allegations was affecting the university's reputation. A three-month timeline for the committee report seems reasonable. Let's hope for a swift resolution.
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Vikram M
While the appointment and committee are welcome, I hope this isn't just another bureaucratic exercise. We've seen many such enquiries that lead nowhere. The committee must genuinely listen to all stakeholders, especially students and junior faculty.
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Rohit P
Good to see someone from the Northeast (IIT Guwahati) getting this responsibility. Local understanding is crucial. Prof. Das has a big task ahead to restore normalcy. Bahut accha decision hai.
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Michael C
The composition of the enquiry committee with VCs from Manipur and Nagaland universities is interesting. It brings an outside perspective, which is good, but I hope they are given full access and cooperation. Transparency is key here.

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