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The Print
18-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Teachers' bodies condemn Ashoka University professor's arrest, demand immediate release
'The JNUTA expresses its outrage at the wholly unwarranted arrest by the Haryana Police of Dr Khan. This arrest, purportedly on the basis of a complaint by a leader of the ruling party, follows soon after the Haryana State Commission for Women acted way beyond its jurisdiction in taking suo motu cognisance of some statements made by Professor Khan,' the Jawaharlal Nehru University Teachers' Association said in a statement. Mahmudabad was arrested Sunday, days after the Haryana State Commission for Women sent a notice to him over his remarks, though he said that they were 'misunderstood' and asserted he exercised his fundamental right to freedom of speech. New Delhi, May 18 (PTI) JNU and Ashoka University teachers' association on Sunday condemned the arrest of Ashoka University associate professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad on several charges, including endangering the country's sovereignty and integrity, for his social media posts related to Operation Sindoor. The Faculty Association of Ashoka said the arrest of the political science professor was 'groundless and untenable.' 'We condemn the calculated harassment to which Professor Mahmudabad has been subjected: after being arrested early in the morning from his home in New Delhi, he was taken to Sonipat, not allowed access to necessary medication, and driven around for hours without any communication about his whereabouts,' it said. The teachers' outfit said Professor Mahmudabad is well-versed in diverse literary and linguistic traditions and is a widely acclaimed expert and scholar of history and political science in South Asia and beyond. 'In all of his writing, both for academic and wider public fora, he has emphasised the importance of justice, pluralism, and solidarity, and has always advocated a profound respect for Constitutional values and morality,' it said. The body vouchsafed the professor's rational, critical, yet deeply respectful character and attested to his 'personal kindness, his concern for others, and his tireless commitment to sharing his knowledge and resources.' 'We demand the immediate and unconditional release of Professor Mahmudabad and the dropping of all charges against him,' it said. Assistant Commissioner of Police Ajeet Singh confirmed the arrest over the phone. In its May 12 notice, the Haryana State Commission for Women expressed its concerns over Mahmudabad's comments that, it alleged, disparaged women in uniform, particularly Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, who briefed the media on Operation Sindoor alongside Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri. Professor Mahmudabad, in his post, had described the briefings as 'optics'. In another comment, he had said rightwing people applauding Colonel Qureshi should demand protection for victims of mob lynchings and 'arbitrary' bulldozing of properties. The JNUTA also demanded that the academic be let off, and 'false' charges against him be dropped. Mahmudabad's lawyer dismissed the charges against him, saying the remarks were within the bounds of academic and democratic discourse. PTI MHS VN VN This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
'Wholly unwarranted': JNU teachers' association condemn arrest of academician Ali Khan Mahmudabad
NEW DELHI: The Jawaharlal Nehru University Teachers' Association (JNUTA) on Sunday condemned the of Ashoka University assistant professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad and called for his immediate release. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "We express outrage at the wholly unwarranted arrest by the Haryana Police of Dr Khan. This arrest, purportedly on the basis of a complaint by a leader of the ruling party (BJP), follows soon after the Haryana State Commission for Women acted way beyond its jurisdiction in taking suo motu cognisance of some statements made by Professor Khan," JNUTA said in a statement, according to news agency PTI. "The JNUTA demands the immediate release of Prof Khan and the withdrawal of false cases against him. It expresses the hope also that the judicial process will work and work quickly to ensure that his legitimate rights are protected and those responsible for misusing the law are held to account," the statement added. On Sunday, Mahmudabad was arrested on stringent charges, including those related to "endangering the country's sovereignty and integrity." He was arrested days after the Haryana State Commission for Women sent him a notice over his social media post on the Indian armed forces' against terrorists in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. In its May 12 notice, the Haryana State Commission for Women cited "concerns" over Mahmudabad's comments allegedly disparaging women in uniform, particularly Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, the armed forces officers who held daily press briefings on Operation Sindoor alongside foreign secretary Vikram Misri. Responding to the notice, Mahmudabad had said his post was "misunderstood." Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He asserted he exercised his fundamental right to freedom of speech. The academician, who heads Ashoka University's political science department, had described the briefings as "optics". In another comment, he had stated that "right-wing people" applauding Colonel Qureshi should demand protection for victims of mob lynchings and "arbitrary" bulldozing of properties. Mahmudabad's lawyer has refuted the charges and said the remarks were within the bounds of academic and democratic discourse.
New Indian Express
09-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
JNU teachers to hold series of protests in May
NEW DELHI: In a determined push for academic justice and procedural transparency, the Jawaharlal Nehru University Teachers' Association (JNUTA) has launched a month-long series of peaceful protests to spotlight long-standing issues surrounding faculty promotions, confirmations, and probation extensions. Frustrated by repeated delays in the implementation of Career Advancement Scheme (CAS) promotions and confirmation processes, JNUTA has dubbed May the 'month of protests.' The association says these delays have become emblematic of deeper governance and procedural concerns within the university. In a statement, JNUTA said, 'These unresolved matters have had an adverse impact on the morale of the faculty and reflect larger procedural and governance concerns within the university.' Of particular concern, it added, is the extension of probation periods for certain faculty members.
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Business Standard
08-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
JNU teachers begin month-long protest over promotions, probation delays
The Jawaharlal Nehru University Teachers' Association (JNUTA) has announced a series of peaceful demonstrations throughout May to highlight long-pending issues related to faculty promotions, confirmations and probation extensions. There was no immediate response available from the university administration. Calling the campaign a "Month of Protests," JNUTA said the move comes after repeated delays in the processing of Career Advancement Scheme promotions and confirmations. The association also flagged concerns over the extension of probation periods of some faculty members, which it described as departure from established norms. "These unresolved matters have had an adverse impact on the morale of the faculty and reflect larger procedural and governance concerns within the university," JNUTA said in a statement. The protest will begin on May 8 with a mass delegation rallying to the office of the dean of the School of Language, Literature and Cultural Studies. Similar demonstrations are planned at offices of the deans of Social Sciences, International Studies, Life Sciences, Computer and Systems Sciences, and Biotechnology in the following weeks. The JNUTA noted that the Deans, as members of selection committees and the Executive Council, play a key role in forwarding and recommending faculty-related decisions, and therefore have a responsibility to ensure that the processes are fair and transparent. Later in the month, the association plans to take its campaign to the offices of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell chairperson, the registrar, and eventually the vice-chancellor. JNUTA said it remains hopeful that the administration will respond constructively and work towards a timely resolution of the issues raised. "We remain open to dialogue and are committed to working within institutional frameworks. However, it is important that these concerns are addressed in a manner that upholds the academic and professional integrity of the university," the association said. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
The Print
07-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
JNU Teachers' Association launches ‘month of protests' over delayed promotions, probation extensions
Calling the campaign a 'Month of Protests,' JNUTA said the move comes after repeated delays in the processing of Career Advancement Scheme promotions and confirmations. There was no immediate response available from the university administration. New Delhi, May 7 (PTI) The Jawaharlal Nehru University Teachers' Association (JNUTA) has announced a series of peaceful demonstrations throughout May to highlight long-pending issues related to faculty promotions, confirmations and probation extensions. The association also flagged concerns over the extension of probation periods of some faculty members, which it described as departure from established norms. 'These unresolved matters have had an adverse impact on the morale of the faculty and reflect larger procedural and governance concerns within the university,' JNUTA said in a statement. The protest will begin on May 8 with a mass delegation rallying to the office of the dean of the School of Language, Literature and Cultural Studies. Similar demonstrations are planned at offices of the deans of Social Sciences, International Studies, Life Sciences, Computer and Systems Sciences, and Biotechnology in the following weeks. The JNUTA noted that the Deans, as members of selection committees and the Executive Council, play a key role in forwarding and recommending faculty-related decisions, and therefore have a responsibility to ensure that the processes are fair and transparent. Later in the month, the association plans to take its campaign to the offices of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell chairperson, the registrar, and eventually the vice-chancellor. JNUTA said it remains hopeful that the administration will respond constructively and work towards a timely resolution of the issues raised. 'We remain open to dialogue and are committed to working within institutional frameworks. However, it is important that these concerns are addressed in a manner that upholds the academic and professional integrity of the university,' the association said. PTI MHS RUK RUK This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
