Anna University is currently under scrutiny for a scandal involving ‘phantom’ professors, who allegedly hold multiple faculty posts without actually performing their duties.
The Phantom Professors
A shocking revelation has come to light with reports that a single individual is holding 32 faculty positions across various colleges. This situation raises serious concerns about the integrity and effectiveness of the university’s staffing practices.
Vacancy Issues
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In addition to the issue of phantom professors, it has been reported that 211 individuals have been hired to fill 2,500 vacancies. This discrepancy highlights significant gaps in staffing and potential mismanagement within the institution.
Implications and Reactions
The discovery of these issues has led to widespread criticism and calls for immediate reform to address the inefficiencies and improve the transparency of the university’s hiring processes.
The ‘phantom’ professor scandal at Anna University underscores a pressing need for reform and better oversight to ensure that vacancies are filled appropriately and that faculty members fulfill their responsibilities.
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