In response to the state government's implementation of 10% Maratha reservation, the National Students Union of India (NSUI) has demanded the inclusion of this reservation in the faculty recruitment process at Savitribai Phule Pune University. NSUI Secretary, Akshay Kambale, has urged the university administration to rectify the advertisement and extend the application deadline by one month to provide opportunities for economically disadvantaged Maratha candidates to become faculty members. The NSUI has threatened to stage a protest if the demands are not met by March 23. The Savitribai Phule Pune University has decided to follow all procedures for implementing the reservation before initiating the PhD admission process, with the pre-admission exams being conducted in May this year.
NSUI Demands Maratha Reservation in Savitribai Phule Pune University Faculty Recruitment
In light of the Maharashtra government's implementation of 10% reservation for Maratha candidates, the National Students Union of India (NSUI) has demanded its inclusion in the faculty recruitment process at Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU).
Background:
The state government announced the 10% Maratha reservation in June 2021. This decision was met with protests and legal challenges from various groups, including the OBC (Other Backward Classes) community.
NSUI's Demands:
NSUI Secretary Akshay Kambale has urged the university administration to amend the recruitment advertisement to include the Maratha reservation. He also requested a one-month extension of the application deadline to ensure fair opportunities for economically disadvantaged Maratha candidates.
University's Response:
SPPU has expressed its commitment to implementing the reservation policy. However, it has stated that it will follow all necessary procedures before initiating the PhD admission process. The pre-admission exams are scheduled for May 2023.
NSUI's Ultimatum:
The NSUI has threatened to stage a protest if its demands are not met by March 23. The union has called upon the university administration to address the concerns of Maratha candidates.
FAQs:
1. Why is the NSUI demanding Maratha reservation in SPPU faculty recruitment? A: To ensure equal opportunities for economically disadvantaged Maratha candidates in faculty positions.
2. What is the state government's reservation policy for Marathas? A: 10% reservation in education and government jobs.
3. When is SPPU expected to implement the Maratha reservation? A: It will be implemented before the start of the PhD admission process.
4. What is the NSUI's ultimatum? A: To stage a protest if their demands are not met by March 23.
5. What are SPPU's plans for implementing the reservation? A: To follow all necessary procedures and conduct pre-admission exams in May 2023.
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