Mandya: Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has directed Higher Education Minister Basavaraj Rayaraddi to urgently resolve the salary-related difficulties faced by guest lecturers at Mandya University. The direction comes amid concerns over the university’s financial position.
Guest lecturers face salary uncertainty
The issue has drawn attention to the difficulties faced by guest faculty members who depend on timely payments for their livelihood. The Chief Minister has asked the Higher Education Department to examine the matter and find a prompt solution.
Mandya University continues to recruit guest lecturers for its academic programmes, with its official website carrying notifications for guest lecturer selection.
Government seeks a quick solution
The Chief Minister’s intervention is expected to bring the matter under closer administrative scrutiny. The Higher Education Department will have to assess the university’s financial requirements and determine how the pending salary concerns can be addressed.
Guest lecturers play an important role in supporting teaching and academic activities in universities and colleges, particularly when institutions rely on temporary or part-time faculty.
The University Grants Commission also maintains provisions concerning honorariums for guest and part-time teachers in universities and colleges.
Focus on students and faculty
Resolving the salary issue is important not only for the affected lecturers but also for maintaining continuity in academic activities. Timely payment can help faculty members remain focused on teaching and supporting students.
The Chief Minister’s direction signals the government’s intention to address the issue without further delay and ensure that the university’s academic functioning is not affected by financial difficulties.