In a major move to revitalize higher education, the Governor of Odisha has appointed new Vice-Chancellors for 14 state universities. Exercising powers under the Odisha Universities Act, 1989, this strategic shuffle aims to introduce administrative reforms and elevate educational standards.
Key Appointments Include:
Utkal University: Prof. Chandiprasad Nanda
Ravenshaw University: Prof. Arka Kumar Das Mohapatra
Rama Devi Women's University: Prof. Jyosna KB Raut
Odia University: Prof. Satyanarayan Acharya
Other major institutions, including Fakir Mohan, Gangadhar Meher, and Khallikote Unitary University, also welcomed new leadership. The Governor expressed confidence that these academic veterans will shoulder the responsibility of shaping a better future for students.
This large-scale transition is viewed as a fresh start for the state's academic landscape, promising a more robust and quality-driven environment for higher learning.