Assam CM orders inquiry into 7 AEC students’ death; AEC principal, hostel supt sent on compulsory leave

The CM has ordered setting up a committee that would monitor proper implementation of no alcohol in hostels and educational institutes

Within days of the tragic death of 7 Assam Engineering College (AEC) students, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has ordered a high-level inquiry into the cause and circumstance leading to the accident and Principal of Assam Engineering College, Jalukbari, Dr Atul Bora and the Superintendent of Hostel No 7 have been sent on compulsory leave till the investigation is completed and the report is evaluated by the government.

The Chief Minister has also instructed the Education Department to establish a committee to review the current electoral system in colleges and universities.

In a crackdown on use of alcohol in hostels and educational institutions and over-stay of boarders in hostels leading to incidents of brutal ragging and other fatal incidents, the CM has ordered the setting up of another committee that will focus on ensuring discipline, compliance to rules and regulations in educational institutions as well as the hostels. This committee will also monitor proper implementation of the prohibition on alcohol consumption in hostels, and extended stays by former hostel residents. The committee will propose measures to promote a healthy community environment within the hostels.

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