PM Oli directs to take action against those involved in vandalism

Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has directed Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak to take legal action against those involved in vandalism and violent activities in Tribhuvan University.

During the meeting with TU office-bearers at Singha Durbar on Monday, PM Oli, also the Chancellor of the University, shared that he had drawn the attention of the Home Minister in this regard.

Presenting a memorandum to Chancellor Oli, Officiating Vice-Chancellor of the TU, Prof Dr Khadga KC called for peaceful environment by strengthening security provisions within the University. He expressed concern over the release of the perpetrators, despite complaints registered before the police and demanded action against those involved in vandalism.

KC shared that TU office-bearers are now working from outside from TU premises due to insecurity.

Kirtipur-based Office of Rector, Office of the Dean of Institute of Science and Technology, and Ratna Rajya Laxmi Campus were vandalized on March 5 while Kirtipur-based Office of the Vice-Chancellor was vandalized on May 28.