The government has taken a tough decision on the irregularities that have taken place in the Sri Krishna Devaraya University (SKU) in Anantapur in the last five years. Education Minister Nara Lokesh announced in the Legislative Assembly that a comprehensive inquiry should be conducted into the misuse of funds, appointments and promotions made against the rules between 2019 and 2024. MLA MS Raju raised this issue during the Question Hour in the Legislative Assembly. Questions like whether there was any misuse of funds in SKU between 2019-24? What is the amount of fixed deposits in bank accounts? Were there illegal promotions and suspensions? were there any questions asked.
Minister reveals details of abuses
Answering these questions, Nara Lokesh revealed several important points. He said that irregularities had been committed in the purchase of computers, university vehicles had been diverted for personal use. He also said that promotions and appointments had been made in violation of rules and that reservation rules had not been followed in recruitment. He also explained in the House that there were fixed deposits of more than Rs. 153.01 crore in bank accounts.Discover more
Investigation by a special committee
Lokesh assured that a special committee will be formed to bring out the truth about these allegations. He clarified that a report will be submitted within 100 days. He also said that strict action will be taken against those responsible as soon as the report is received. The aim of the public government is to run the administration of universities in a completely transparent manner. Minister Nara Lokesh clearly warned that anyone who acts against the rules will not be spared.
Discussion among students and staff
These comments have sparked a debate among students and staff. Many doubts are being expressed about the decisions and appointments made in the last few years. The assurance that the government will take action is giving them new hopes. Experts believe that these developments taking place in SKU will serve as a big lesson for the education sector. They suggest that the reputation of universities can be maintained only if decisions are taken with transparency in mind. Overall, it is believed that the government’s taking a tough stance on the irregularities that took place in Anantapur SKU is crucial for the future of the university. The real truth is likely to come to light once the investigation report is received.
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