BJP urges TVK govt. to address vacancies in State-run arts and science colleges

The BJP has criticized the TVK-led government in Tamil Nadu for failing to fill vacancies in state-run arts and science colleges. The party claims that the lack of faculty and infrastructure is driving students toward private institutions.
Why it matters
The issue highlights concerns regarding the quality and accessibility of public higher education in the state.
BJP State unit president Nainar Nagenthran on Friday (July 10, 2026) urged the TVK-led government and Minister for Higher Education P. Viswanathan to take note of a media report, which stated that the post of principal in at least 125 of the total 181 State-run arts and science colleges was vacant.
The article focuses on the criticism leveled by the BJP against the ruling government, reflecting a political opposition perspective.
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