- Student groups demand arrest
Bhopal: The Director of Bhopal’s prominent TIT College, Arun Kumar Pandey, has been removed from his post following sensational allegations of inappropriate behavior, including “bad touch” and making obscene remarks to female students. The college management has swiftly replaced him with Dr. Satish Kumar Singh, while student organizations, NSUI and ABVP, have staged protests demanding immediate action.
Student protests rock campus
The allegations against Director Arun Kumar Pandey sparked immediate outrage among student bodies. The National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) launched a strong protest on campus, condemning the alleged actions. The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) also joined the outcry, intensifying pressure on authorities by explicitly demanding Pandey’s immediate arrest.
Management acts: Director removed, inquiry launched
In response to the escalating situation, the TIT College management promptly relieved Arun Kumar Pandey of his directorial duties, effective immediately and until further notice. Dr. Satish Kumar Singh has been appointed as the interim Director. Concurrently, the college has established a special inquiry committee to thoroughly investigate the serious accusations.
The allegations: A pattern of misconduct?
This incident comes in the wake of previous controversies at TIT College, including allegations of “love jihad.” Now, several female students have lodged formal complaints against Director Arun Kumar Pandey, accusing him of making sexually explicit comments and engaging in “bad touch.” Furthermore, students claim Pandey exerted pressure on them to meet him alone.
Four female students officially filed a complaint at the Piplani Police Station in Bhopal on Thursday, May 29th.
Police investigate as students detail coercion
According to the students’ complaint, they had approached the Director regarding short attendance. It was during these interactions, they allege, that Pandey engaged in obscene conversations and made inappropriate physical contact. They further claim he pressured them to meet him privately, implying that their attendance issues would be resolved in exchange.
Piplani police have assured the complainants of swift action, and investigations into the entire matter are currently ongoing. The incident has cast a shadow over the institution, highlighting the critical need for safe environments within educational settings.
