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After 'Bharat Mata' Image Row, Kerala University VC Suspends Registrar for Disrespecting Governor; Syndicate Alleges Foul Play

KERALA, INDIA, JUL 2 – Registrar K S Anil Kumar was suspended for cancelling a Governor-attended event over a contentious Bharat Mata portrait, sparking protests and legal challenges amid political disputes.

  • Kerala University Vice Chancellor Mohanan Kunnummal took disciplinary action by suspending Registrar K.S. Anil Kumar on June 25 following a dispute concerning the use of a Bharat Mata image during an event in which Governor Rajendra Arlekar was present.
  • The suspension followed Kumar's cancellation of a program displaying the religious Bharat Mata symbol, leading to protests and accusations that the VC acted beyond his authority without Syndicate approval.
  • Left-Wing Syndicate members and teaching unions condemned the suspension as arbitrary and politically motivated, while pro-Right members called the SFI protesters' entry a serious security lapse.
  • The Kerala High Court declined immediate relief to Kumar but criticized his actions as undermining the Governor's dignity; it ordered police and university responses and scheduled further hearing on Monday.
  • Following protests and political pressure, Ciza Thomas assumed charge as VC in-charge, P. Harikumar became Acting Registrar, and Kumar indicated he would approach court against his suspension.
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OnManorama broke the news in on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
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