Govt against interference in universities: Sarwar.

LAHORE -- Punjab Governor Ch Muhammad Sarwar on Monday said the incumbent government did not believe in political interference in universities' matters; rather it considered such acts a crime.

'The PTI government had eradicated political interference in universities to uphold the rule of law, constitution and merit,' he said while talking to a delegation of women professors that called on him at Governor's House yesterday.

The governor also said the government will take action against vice-chancellors who go beyond the constitution and law. 'Any decision regarding appointments taken against merit will not be tolerated,' he maintained.

Ch Sarwar stressed the need for research-oriented education in universities, especially on environment pollution. He said the government was striving to take universities to international standards, but it was not possible without the cooperation of vice-chancellors and faculties. The governor, who is also chancellor of the universities, assured the delegation that all issues of the universities will be resolved in consultation with the vice-chancellors.

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