JNU terminates professor accused of sexual harassment
Jawaharlal Nehru University has dismissed Professor Angomcha Bimol Akoijam following an internal committee investigation into sexual harassment allegations. At least 10 students accused the professor of making inappropriate advances and lewd remarks.
Why it matters
This case highlights the ongoing challenges regarding sexual harassment and accountability within Indian higher education institutions.
NEW DELHI: Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) on Friday dismissed Professor Angomcha Bimol Akoijam, who was accused of sexual harassment by at least 10 students, following an inquiry by the university's Internal Committee (IC).An order issued by JNU on October 9 said the committee had investigated the allegations against Akoijam, who taught at the Centre for the Study of Social Systems under the School of Social Sciences.
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