Promotion delays spark unrest at UoH
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Officers at the University of Haripur (UoH) have called for immediate promotions in line with a No Objection Certificate (NoC) issued by the Higher Education Department (HED), the KP Universities Act 2012, and relevant court orders.
According to sources, the HED has already granted approval for the promotion of 28 eligible officers for the 202526 financial year. However, despite this clearance, the Vice-Chancellor has yet to convene a meeting of the Selection Board.
The officers say they have repeatedly approached the university administration, including submitting a formal written request on March 13, 2016 and sending multiple emails to the Registrar, but no progress has been made.
They further contend that a directive issued on April 14, 2026 merely restricts the placement of Selection Board recommendations before the Syndicate and does not preclude the convening of the Board itself.
The continued delay, they argue, is adversely affecting their service rights, financial entitlements, and career progression.
Meanwhile, it has emerged that at least 15 faculty members are currently holding key administrative posts at the University of Haripur, allegedly in contravention of the law.