Medical College Union Challenges Acting HoD Appointment in Kozhikode

The students' union at a medical college in Kozhikode has formally opposed the appointment of a faculty member to the position of acting head of department, raising concerns about the candidate's conduct record. Union functionaries stated that the proposed appointee had faced accusations of mentally harassing postgraduate students in the past, which they contend makes the appointment inappropriate.

The union's objection centres on what members characterise as inadequate scrutiny of the candidate's history prior to the administrative decision. According to union representatives, the alleged incidents of harassment involving PG scholars represent a significant concern that should have weighed heavily in the selection process.

The matter highlights ongoing tensions between student bodies and administrative authorities at medical institutions regarding accountability and the vetting of senior faculty appointments. The college administration has not yet issued a public response to the union's objections.

This development reflects broader concerns within Indian medical education institutions about safeguarding postgraduate researchers and junior scholars from potential workplace misconduct, an issue that has gained increasing attention across academic institutions nationally.