What changes did Dr. Rajeev Sangal bring to IIT (BHU) Varanasi as Director?

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Anuraj Sinha · Accepted Answer

Dr. Rajeev Sangal, as the Director of IIT (BHU) Varanasi, implemented several significant changes. One notable change was the introduction of an 85% attendance rule, making it mandatory for students to maintain this minimum attendance in each subject. Failure to do so would result in grade deductions. If attendance fell below 65%, students would receive a Z grade in that subject.

However, this rule was implemented without consulting student bodies, leading to the "Pen Down Movement" in 2014, where students boycotted mid-semester exams. Eventually, discussions between student bodies and the administration led to a resolution.

Other changes included reducing the backlog clearing limit to a maximum of 3 per year. There were also reported security issues during his tenure. Additionally, Dr. Sangal mandated 50 hours of sports classes per semester for first-year students to promote fitness.

On the academic front, he appointed an Undergraduate Curriculum Review Committee (UG-CRC) to create a curricular framework for all UG programs and established an Alumni Cell to strengthen the alumni network.

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