CET constituent college proposal to be finalised after detailed deliberations, panel assures stakeholders
A high-level committee is conducting detailed deliberations regarding the proposal to turn the College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram (CET) into a constituent college of APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University. The committee has requested more time to ensure all stakeholders are consulted before a final decision is made.
Why it matters
The potential restructuring of a prominent engineering institution has sparked significant debate among students and faculty, necessitating a transparent and inclusive decision-making process.
The high-level committee appointed by the government to submit proposals regarding turning the College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram (CET) into a constituent college under the APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU) will submit its report only after detailed discussions, the panel has informed.
Addressing growing concerns among a section of students and faculty members, Kerala State Higher Education Council vice-chairperson Achuthsankar S. Nair, who is also the committee chairperson, stated that numerous speculative reports and varying interpretations regarding the proposal have been circulating even before the panel has held its first official meeting.
He assured all stakeholders that the committee would move forward only after holding thorough consultations with everyone associated with CET. To ensure this process is given due diligence, the chairperson has formally requested the State government for additional time to conduct such extensive discussions.
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