Leh, Dec 27: Ladakh Research Scholars Forum (LRSF) convened a meeting on December 24 and expressed its deep concern over the University of Ladakh’s (UOL) recent advertisement for teaching positions. The forum states that there are apparent uncertainties regarding the recruitment rules and the roster followed in the reservation of posts.
One of the primary concerns raised by LRSF was the lack of transparency in the recruitment process, particularly in terms of the reservation roster.
The university must follow a fair and well-defined reservation roster to ensure that all the subjects are given equal weight. It is not clear if ST candidates from all over the country would be considered for the posts reserved for STs in the University of Ladakh.
It is a matter of fact that, state universities all over the country consider only the native STs for recruitment against ST seats. With the status of the University being that of a Cluster University as of date, the recruitment rules of the UGC followed in letter & spirit have the potential to deprive the educated & eligible youths of an opportunity to serve in the University of Ladakh.
The amendment of the University Act is in the process which if amended successfully would mean that at least 15 posts would be reserved for native Ladakhis. The University authorities as well as the Ladakh Administration must have a clear vision in this regard.
Furthermore, in the absence of a proper Recruitment Rule, how the subjects have been chosen for the posts of Associate as well as Assistant Professor appears random & full of ambiguity.
LRSF calls upon the University of Ladakh to provide clear and comprehensive information about the recruitment rules and roster being followed for the advertised teaching posts. Transparency in the selection process is essential not only for the benefit of the applicants but also for building trust within the community.
Ladakh Research Scholars Forum (LRSF) urged University of Ladakh to engage in a dialogue with stakeholders, including community representatives and concerned individuals, to address these issues and work towards a more transparent and inclusive recruitment process.
They also urge public representatives especially Chairman/CECs of LAHDC Leh & Kargil as well as Member of Parliament to take up the matter with the Chancellor University of Ladakh Brig. (Dr.) BD Mishra (Retd.) and Vice-Chancellor, University of Ladakh and to ensure that the recruitments are held in a fair & transparent manner.
