Tezpur University remains shut, CM urges appointment of pro-VC
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma spoke to Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan regarding the Tezpur University shutdown. Students demand VC Shambhu Nath Singh's removal over alleged irregularities. The CM urged an immediate Pro-VC appointment pending an impartial inquiry to maintain academic stability. Protests have halted all university activities, including end-term exams, since November 29.