Senior BJP leader and Meghalaya Cabinet Minister AL Hek has informed that he raised the North Eastern Hill University (NEHU) issue with BJP central leadership in Delhi, aiming for a swift and amicable solution.
Speaking to the media, Hek stated, “I see this will be resolved as early as possible. Yesterday, I also had a talk with the national leader of the BJP at Delhi; this morning also I spoke to a National leader of the BJP at Delhi for the same NEHU impasse. I took all front, to ensure the issue is resolved amicably.”
Hek had earlier endorsed a letter from the Meghalaya Tribal Teachers Association addressed to Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, emphasizing the urgency of intervention. He explained, “I have sent my strong recommendation letter requested by the Meghalaya Tribal Teachers Association (MTTA) of NEHU to Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan for his kind consideration.”
Underscoring the state’s duty to ensure individual safety, Hek stated, “It is the duty of the Government to protect them and send the security.”
When asked about the growing demand for the Vice Chancellor’s removal, he affirmed, “We have strongly forwarded the demand to the Union Education Minister and the call will be taken by the Centre.” On his personal stance regarding the Vice Chancellor’s removal, Hek responded, “See, we have to go with the opinions of the people of the state.”
Hek also highlighted the government’s approach to the matter, noting, “The Centre is doing inquiry. Centre will take reports not one sided, but will collect reports from different sources before taking action.”
Additionally, he urged agitating students to exercise restraint, advising, “The students whoever are agitating shouldn’t damage the property, you can fight officially.”