Shillong, Nov 18: Prof. Nirmalendu Saha, Vice-Chancellor Incharge of NEHU, the North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), Shillong, has been witnessing a period of unrest over the past weeks.
As the Vice-Chancellor In-Charge met the students who are holding hunger strike and assured them that he would like to address the university community and assure everyone that we are committed to restoring peace, normalcy, and a conducive environment for learning and development.
Upon taking charge, my immediate priority has been the well-being of our students, who are the heart and soul of NEHU. I have personally interacted with the students on several occasions, expressing deep concern for their health and well-being, especially in light of the hunger strike.
Despite my best efforts to convince them to call off their strike, I remain hopeful that through dialogue and mutual understanding, a resolution can soon be reached.
He have been in constant communication with the medical team and doctors monitoring the students on hunger strike. Their health is my greatest worry, and I fervently pray that no serious medical issues arise.
I have also conducted extensive meetings with various stakeholders, including representatives of the NEHU Students’ Union (NEHUSU), the NEHU Non-Teaching Staff Association (NEHUNSA), and the NEHU Teachers’ Association (NEHUTA).
These discussions have been both constructive and collaborative, and I am pleased to share that NEHUNSA has agreed to allow certain essential administrative sections to resume operations. This critical step ensures that scholarships are processed and that academic activities continue without disruption.
To address the core concerns, an Inquiry Committee has been constituted comprising representatives from all major stakeholders. The committee is rigorously working to complete its due process, and its findings will be submitted to the committee established by the Ministry of Education.
He appreciate the dedication and efforts of all members involved in this process and urge everyone to support their work in the spirit of transparency and accountability.
I firmly believe that the students’ well-being is our paramount concern. As a university, we exist to nurture and empower our students, and I assure you that every decision taken during this time will prioritize their interests.
He appeal to all members of the NEHU community to come together, set aside differences, and focus on the collective goal of building a harmonious and thriving academic environment.
We remain committed to doing everything in our power to ensure that students do not suffer and that their education and future are safeguarded. Let us work together towards a brighter and more united NEHU.
