India’s academic circles are abuzz with discontent over UGC’s latest framework, drawing sharp rebukes from upper caste and general quota groups. In Hapur, Acharya Pramod Krishnam voiced alarm, portraying the rules as a divisive force counterproductive to progress.
To IANS, he confided, ‘No verdict fracturing communal bonds benefits the homeland.’ With India eyeing Vishwaguru prominence, caste cleavages spell setback. Pending a thorough read, he held back specifics but signaled firm stance.
Aligning views, Jagadguru Swami Narendraanand Saraswati decried the injustice. ‘Uniform policy alone breeds equality; this sparks caste strife,’ he posited. He flagged the peril of unpunished false claims, a misuse magnet.
Unemployment plagues degree-holders, demanding self-sufficiency-focused strategies. ‘Revoke these anti-national, inhumane rules at once,’ he demanded.
On Swami Avimukteshwaranand’s tussle, Acharya Pramod preached equilibrium: police calm, seer composure under Sanatan respect.
Surging agitations signal crisis in higher ed governance. Balancing reservations with merit remains contentious, urging reforms that propel inclusive growth. As debates rage, India’s educational ethos faces defining scrutiny.