Tezpur University VC Shambhu Nath Singh Sent on Leave Amid Protests, Probe Ordered

• Ministry of Education (MoE) ordered Tezpur University VC Shambhu Nath Singh to proceed on leave.
• A three-member inquiry panel has been set up to probe allegations against Singh, with a report due in three months.
• Protests against Singh began mid-September, citing irregularities, disrespect to Zubeen Garg, fiscal issues, and ecological damage.
• Amrendra Kumar Das from IIT Guwahati's Department of Design has been appointed as Pro Vice Chancellor.
• At least 11 faculty members and senior officials have resigned since the protests started.

Why It Matters: Tezpur University VC Shambhu Nath Singh is on leave, facing an MoE probe after prolonged protests.