Guwhati University on Tuesday defended its handling of the Post-Graduate Students’ Union (PGSU) Election 2026-27, stating that all decisions related to nominations and grievances were taken strictly in accordance with established rules and institutional procedures.
In a statement, the university said misinformation was being circulated regarding the nomination and appeal process. It clarified that the matter had been examined by multiple bodies, including the Returning Officer, Election Tribunal, Appeal Hearing Committee and Grievances Redressal Cell.
According to the university, the nominations of Nayan Akash Bora and another candidate, Pratik Sharma, came under scrutiny after concerns regarding their eligibility were raised during the verification process on September 23. The matter was subsequently referred to the Election Tribunal, which recommended that their nominations should not be considered. The nominations were later cancelled through an official election notification issued on September 24.
Registrar Prof. Utpal Sarma said the university had acted only on the basis of official records and established procedures, rejecting allegations that any individual student had been targeted.
The university further stated that Bora’s appeals were heard through a properly constituted committee, headed by the Vice-Chancellor as the appellate authority. The hearing was video-recorded and the findings were communicated to the concerned parties.
A key issue highlighted by the university relates to the student’s alleged simultaneous enrolment in two postgraduate programmes under the fee-waiver category. University records indicate that the student remained associated with the earlier programme while enrolling in another postgraduate course, raising questions regarding eligibility and access to institutional benefits.
University officials maintained that such issues could not be treated as merely technical matters, as fee waivers and institutional facilities are limited resources intended for eligible students.
Returning Officer Prof. S.K. Singh said the election process was being conducted in line with the Lyngdoh Committee recommendations and existing university regulations, ensuring transparency, scrutiny and grievance redressal mechanisms.
The university appealed to students and stakeholders to rely on verified information, maintain peace on campus and allow the election process to continue within the prescribed institutional framework.
