Governor should examine if he is fit to continue in post: Minister
Nov 29, 2025
5 min read
65% UPSC
GS2The Hindu - National
Key Points
- Minister V. Sivankutty criticizes Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar over the delay in appointing Vice-Chancellors.
- The Supreme Court has expressed "sharp criticism" regarding the delay.
- A search-cum-selection committee, headed by retired judge Sudhanshu Dhulia, was formed to recommend names for V-Cs.
- The committee's report was submitted to the Chief Minister and forwarded to the Governor.
- The Governor allegedly did not act on the report, leading the State to approach the Supreme Court.
- The State government claims to have sent the entire record to the Governor's office.