Request of civil society leaders - "Resolve not to interfere in the university"

In the appeal led by the former vice-chancellor of Tribhuvan University, Kedarbhakta Mathema, a resolution or commitment has been demanded to keep the autonomy of academic and academic institutions intact and not to interfere in any kind of unhealthy and unnecessary. Political parties and their leadership are also requested to make a clear statement, jointly and as soon as possible publicly and to fully comply with that commitment.

'Educational and other public institutions that are established for the greater good of the society will be able to grow, mature and perform the expected role under the care and protection of the society and the state. But in the name of 'protection' in the democratic system, any kind of encroachment on the autonomy and academic freedom of the institution cannot be accepted," the appeal said, "to ensure the guarantee of institutional freedom and autonomy of all academic institutions including our public universities, political parties as well as the government must resolve to exercise self-restraint. has happened.'

It has been pointed out that university health science institutes and high-level institutions established for study research are seriously affected by repeated unnecessary political interference.

Leaders have expressed their sadness that the influence of political maneuvers and bonuses has started to be decisive in the selection of leadership and the appointment and promotion of teachers and staff in such institutions. It has been noted that educational institutions have been forced to pass through a state of directionlessness, indolence and despair for a long time due to undesirable activities.

On Monday, academicians led by Mathema met Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal and thanked him for stopping participation in the appointment of officials of the University.