TEZPUR: Students of Tezpur University in central Assam blocked the exit of Union higher education secretary Vineet Joshi’s convoy Saturday after a closed-door meeting on allegations against “absconding” vice chancellor Shambhu Nath Singh ended without any assurance of action, triggering fresh slogans demanding his resignation. Joshi said the education ministry was examining the allegations and had heard all stakeholders but made no comment on possible action against Singh, who has stayed away from the campus since Sept amid protests over alleged unauthorised construction, financial irregularities and questionable appointments. “Regarding the demand for an inquiry against the VC, the team from the education ministry said they will send a report to the President. On the role of Joya Cha

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