Kochi: The High Court criticized the Governor for canceling the appointment order of the Kufos Vice-Chancellor. The High Court pointed out that it was wrong for the Governor to approve the appointment of K Riji John.
The High Court canceled the appointment of Dr. K. Riji John as Kufos VC. The purpose of the Division Bench Search Committee observed that the search committee for the appointment was formed with political motives. It was also assessed that Riji John was only made the chairman. In the order, the court also stated that the Governor’s action in accepting the recommendation of the selection committee without a UGC representative was wrong.
Two petitions have reached the High Court questioning the appointment of Dr. K Riji John. After hearing the details of the case, the bench headed by the Chief Justice passed the order dismissing Kufos VC. The court has rejected Dr. Riji John’s contentions on eligibility.
Meanwhile, Riji John asked for 10 days to appeal the case, but the court did not allow it. The court directed the VC to vacate the post immediately and directed the chancellor to take further steps.
