Delhi University Halts Appointment of First Woman Principal at St Stephen's College
DU halts St Stephen's first woman principal appointment over UGC norms
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The University of Delhi has halted the appointment of Prof. Susan Elias as the first woman principal of St Stephen's College, citing non-compliance with University Grants Commission (UGC) Regulations 2018 regarding the selection committee's formation. The college must reconvene its selection committee to adhere to these regulations.
- 01Delhi University intervened in the appointment of Prof. Susan Elias as principal.
- 02The intervention cites non-compliance with UGC Regulations 2018.
- 03The college must form a selection committee as per UGC norms.
- 04Prof. Elias was set to be the first woman principal, taking charge in June 2026.
- 05The decision has sparked discussions on compliance with educational regulations.
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The University of Delhi (DU) has requested St Stephen's College to halt the appointment of Prof. Susan Elias as its first woman principal, citing a violation of the University Grants Commission (UGC) Regulations 2018. In a letter dated May 14, DU Registrar Vikas Gupta stated that the selection committee was not formed in accordance with UGC norms, particularly the requirement for expert nominations. The college had announced Prof. Elias's appointment on May 12, with plans for her to assume the role on June 1, 2026. This historic appointment was celebrated as a significant step for the college, but now the governing body must reconvene the selection committee to comply with the UGC regulations, which specify the necessary composition for such appointments.
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This decision affects the governance of St Stephen's College and highlights the importance of regulatory compliance in educational institutions.
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