VC Ajit Ranade removed as Gokhale Institute VC due to UGC eligibility criteria violation.
Ajit Ranade has been removed as Vice-Chancellor of the Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics in Pune, India, after a fact-finding panel found his appointment violated University Grants Commission (UGC) eligibility criteria regarding teaching experience. His dismissal, initiated by Chancellor Bibek Debroy, follows complaints from students and staff. Ranade called the decision "unfortunate," despite highlighting his contributions during his tenure.
September 14, 2024
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