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New Indian Express
5 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Rajasthan refuses to hold student union polls this session, cites NEP rollout and academic disruption fears
JAJPUR: The Rajasthan government has categorically told the High Court it will not hold student union elections this academic session, citing the ongoing implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) and fears raised by Vice-Chancellors that the polls could disrupt academic schedules and disturb campus environments. In its affidavit, the state argued that holding elections at this time is 'not feasible' and referred to the Lyngdoh Committee's recommendation that such polls be held within six to eight weeks of a session's commencement — a period that has already lapsed for the current session. The government's response included inputs from Vice-Chancellors of nine universities, all of whom opposed conducting the elections. They cited ongoing academic activities, adherence to NEP guidelines, and the need to maintain a conducive learning environment as reasons for the delay. On August 6, a meeting chaired by Additional Chief Higher Education Secretary was attended by Vice Chancellors of nine Government Universities and College Education Commissioner. All participants advised against holding the polls, warning that elections often disrupt classes and spoil the academic atmosphere. They also noted that both students and faculty members are still in the process of understanding NEP's provisions. The government further stated that the petitioners' interests are not directly harmed by the decision, and therefore, their pleas should be dismissed. The petitions were filed by Rajasthan University student Jai Rao and others, who have demanded the immediate resumption of student union elections.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Raj government tells high court student union elections will not be held this year
Jaipur: The Rajasthan govt Wednesday informed the high court that student union elections will not be held this year, citing the proposed rollout of the National Education Policy (NEP) and feedback from university officials across the state. In a formal reply to the court, the govt said the current academic conditions make it unfeasible to conduct the elections. Officials referred to the Lyngdoh Committee guidelines, which suggest student union elections should take place within eight weeks of the academic session's start. They argued that the ongoing academic calendar, reshaped due to NEP implementation, prevents this timeline from being followed. The govt also told the court that vice-chancellors from nine universities have advised against conducting elections this year. According to the submission, these officials pointed to disruptions in class schedules and an unstable academic framework as reasons to delay the polls. The matter was brought before the high court by Jai Rao, a first-year MA student at Rajasthan University, who filed a petition on July 24. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Use an AI Writing Tool That Actually Understands Your Voice Grammarly Install Now Undo In his plea, Rao argued that the right to choose student representatives is fundamental and claimed that elections have not been held in Rajasthan for three academic sessions in a row. The court had last heard the case on July 29 and directed the state to file a detailed response. Meanwhile, student leaders from across the state have staged several protests in recent weeks, pressing for the elections to be held without further delay. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Time of India
29-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
HC notices to state govt, RU on status of student Union polls
1 2 Jaipur: A single judge bench of Rajasthan high court Tuesday issued notices to and sought a reply from the state govt for not conducting student union elections at the University of Rajasthan . The petitioner, Jai Rao, a student of sociology at the varsity, filed a petition saying the govt has not conducted student union elections since 2023. "Under the Lingdoh Committee recommendations, elections should be conducted within 6-8 weeks of the start of the academic session. It is the fundamental right of students to elect student representatives through student union elections. The govt is violating that too," said Shantanu Pareek, counsel for petitioner. The petitioner also told the court of Justice Anoop Dhand that the state govt cited the implementation of the National Education Policy to not hold elections in the 2023-24 session. Justice Dhand issued notices to the principal secretary of the department of higher education and vice chancellor, University of Rajasthan and posted the matter for next hearing on Aug 1.
