Governor’s appointment of Sajitha Rani as Kerala Agricultural Varsity V-C (in-charge) sparks row

Governor sets aside the name recommended by the government. Higher Education Minister says Arlekar acted unilaterally, calls decision a violation of democratic principles. Agriculture Minister says the government’s recommendation was made on the basis of ‘academic excellence,’ while Lok Bhavan considered ‘seniority’
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