JNU Sacks Professor and Congress MP Over Harassment Complaints
What Happened
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has dismissed Angomcha Bimol Akoijam, a professor and Congress MP from Manipur, with immediate effect after its Internal Committee recommended major punishment following an inquiry into sexual harassment allegations. According to multiple reports, complaints were filed by at least 10-11 female students, alleging inappropriate remarks, unwanted advances, and misconduct during academic interactions.
Key Takeaways
The university said it acted after following due process and reviewing the Internal Committee's findings. Akoijam has denied the allegations, describing them as false and aimed at damaging his reputation.