Sangita Srivastava Reappointed as Allahabad University Vice-Chancellor
· India · Hindustan Times, Indian Express
President Droupadi Murmu has reappointed Prof. Sangita Srivastava as the vice-chancellor of Allahabad University for a second five-year term. The order, issued on September 22, 2026, makes her the first woman vice-chancellor of a central university to receive a reappointment. Her new tenure officially began on September 16, 2026, and will last for five years or until she reaches the age of 70. Srivastava, who became the university's first woman vice-chancellor in 2020, is only the second permanent head to complete a full term since the institution gained central status in 2005. Her reappointment follows a period marked by student protests, administrative controversies, and parliamentary inquiries regarding her eligibility.
Why it matters
The decision ensures administrative continuity at one of India's oldest central universities, though it has sparked debate among academics regarding the merits of long-term leadership versus the need for fresh academic perspectives.
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