Raja Bhaiya’s firm stance: Won’t allow new UGC regulations to be implemented; Congress also raises concerns

Raja Bhaiya’s firm stance: Won’t allow new UGC regulations to be implemented; Congress also raises concerns

The controversy surrounding the new UGC equity regulations continues to escalate. Raghuraj Pratap Singh, alias Raja Bhaiya—MLA from Kunda and president of the Jansatta Dal (Loktantrik)—opposed these rules in Pratapgarh, asserting that they would not be permitted to come into effect. Meanwhile, Rajendra Pal Gautam, in-charge of the UP Congress, has also questioned the UGC regulations. He pointed out that the UGC’s directives do not constitute a law, but are merely guidelines issued by the government. In the interim, the central government is considering the formation of a committee to review these regulations. The Supreme Court had stayed the new rules in January, and the 2012 regulations currently remain in force.