CUH Vice-Chancellor Tankeshwar Kumar Appointed Panjab University VC for Three Years

Tankeshwar Kumar, currently serving as Vice-Chancellor of Central University of Haryana, has been appointed the new Vice-Chancellor of Panjab University, Chandigarh. The appointment is for a three-year term starting from the date he assumes charge, ending a period of interim leadership at Panjab University.

Appointment Details

The appointment has been made by the Chancellor of Panjab University as per Section 10 of the Panjab University Act, 1947. The official notification was issued by the Secretariat of the Vice-President of India on 9 November 2026 and signed by Amit Khare, Secretary to the Vice-President of India and Chancellor of Panjab University. The notification has been forwarded to the university Registrar for necessary action.

Interim Leadership and Transition

The appointment ends the interim leadership arrangement at Panjab University, where Prof Meenakshi Goyal had been holding charge as interim Vice-Chancellor during the transition period.

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Significance of the Appointment

This appointment comes at a critical time as Panjab University faces several academic and administrative priorities. Tankeshwar Kumar’s tenure is expected to bring continuity in leadership and strengthen decision-making processes at the institution.