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Himachal Universities Bill Sparks Debate | India News
Himachal Pradesh just passed a controversial bill that could reshape how its state universities operate — but it’s sparking fierce debate. The government claims it safeguards student interests and preserves academic freedom, letting universities manage faculty appointments while giving the Finance Secretary oversight of finances and the Vice-Chancellor final authority. But the BJP is up in arms, warning this gives the state too much control, risks political interference, and contradicts national education policy. They’re even citing a past court ruling against similar overreach. With the bill…
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