Sangrur: Day on, Akal Degree College Principal allowed to rejoin after students protest

Sangrur, October 28

Drama over rejoining of the Principal of the Akal Degree College for Women here continued as the governing body of the college closed the main gate.

Earlier story: Sangrur: Principal’s room locked amid Akal Degree College tussle

But after some students started protesting, officials allowed Principal Sukhmeen Kaur, who was suspended by the governing body on Saturday and her suspension was set aside by the Higher Education Department on Tuesday, to enter the college.

Students alleged that when she reached the gate, the security guard did not allow her to enter, leading to some tension after which they protested. “The management wants to discontinue some courses. But since it’s the only women college in the area and we come from poor families, the Principal has taken a stand against the decision of the governing body. We are with the Principal, who is being harassed,” said a student.

College Chairman Karanveer Singh Sibia said: “Around 11 am today, we received an email from the office of the DPI, Punjab, regarding revocation of her suspension. We complied with the orders and allowed her to rejoin immediately.” — TNS