Himachal Pradesh Dismisses Three College Professors for Sexual Harassment
The Himachal Pradesh government has dismissed three assistant professors from government colleges in Shimla, Hamirpur, and Chamba districts following findings of sexual harassment against female students. The disciplinary action, effective immediately, concludes departmental probes into separate incidents occurring between 2021 and 2024. The accused, identified as Virender Sharma, Dr. Anil Kumar, and Pawan Kumar, were found guilty of misconduct ranging from inappropriate messaging and attempted molestation to unwanted physical contact in laboratory settings. The inquiries, conducted under the Central Civil Services Rules, involved recording statements from victims, witnesses, and suspects. Authorities determined that the gravity of these offenses warranted dismissal from service to uphold institutional integrity and ensure a safe academic environment. The government emphasized that such actions severely damage the teacher-student relationship and public trust in the education system. Each professor had been previously suspended pending the outcome of the investigations, which were initiated after formal complaints were lodged by the affected students or college authorities.
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Himachal Pradesh Dismisses Three College Professors for Sexual Harassment
The Himachal Pradesh government has dismissed three assistant professors from government colleges in Shimla, Hamirpur, and Chamba districts following findings of sexual harassment against female students. The disciplinary action, effective immediately, concludes departmental probes into separate incidents occurring between 2021 and 2024. The accused, identified as Virender Sharma, Dr. Anil Kumar, and Pawan Kumar, were found guilty of misconduct ranging from inappropriate messaging and attempted molestation to unwanted physical contact in laboratory settings. The inquiries, conducted under the Central Civil Services Rules, involved recording statements from victims, witnesses, and suspects. Authorities determined that the gravity of these offenses warranted dismissal from service to uphold institutional integrity and ensure a safe academic environment. The government emphasized that such actions severely damage the teacher-student relationship and public trust in the education system. Each professor had been previously suspended pending the outcome of the investigations, which were initiated after formal complaints were lodged by the affected students or college authorities.
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