The Association of United College Teachers (AUCT) in Punjab and Chandigarh has formally requested Panjab University, Punjabi University, and Guru Nanak Dev University to revoke the approvals of college principals who have served beyond the maximum tenure of 10 years, as stipulated by University Grant Commission (UGC) regulations. In a letter addressed to the vice-chancellors, AUCT leaders Tarun Ghai and Jaspal Singh highlighted that many principals appointed after July 30, 2013, have continued in their roles, drawing salaries and benefits despite exceeding their tenure limits. They emphasized that according to UGC regulations adopted by the Punjab government, principals must return to their parent institutions after their tenure. The AUCT has called for immediate action to address these violations, including an inquiry into the financial implications of non-compliance and the initiation of recruitment processes for new appointments. The association has also sent copies of their representation to higher education officials in Punjab but has yet to receive any response from the universities involved.