Controversy Surrounds Appointments at Kerala Veterinary University: Allegations of Preferential Treatment Emerge

Controversy looms over the Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University in Pookode as allegations of irregularities in faculty appointments surface. The university’s Board of Management is under scrutiny for allegedly granting special relaxations in qualifications for specific subjects, favoring certain candidates. Notably, the requirement of the National Eligibility Test (NET) in Dairy Business Management was reportedly deemed unnecessary, leading to suspicions that this decision was made to facilitate the appointment of a top official’s son. The move has sparked demands for transparency and adherence to proper selection procedures, especially during a challenging financial period for the state.

In a surprising development, the university’s board has decided to create seven new departments not listed in its statutes, resulting in the appointment of 156 faculty members. The controversy deepens as these positions are perceived as ‘non-existing,’ with reports suggesting that the university is struggling to meet its financial obligations. The creation of additional vacancies through purportedly ‘imaginary’ promotions has raised questions about the institution’s financial management and the need for extensive faculty recruitment during a period of financial strain. This controversy adds to the broader discourse on academic integrity and fair practices within educational institutions.