JNU sacks professor after sexual harassment allegations by 11 students

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Jawaharlal Nehru University has dismissed Professor Bimal Akoijam, who is also a Congress MP. The termination follows an internal inquiry into complaints from 11 students alleging sexual harassment. The university's Internal Complaints Committee found the professor guilty of misconduct. This action underscores the institution's adherence to its policies against harassment on campus.

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