Guwahati, May 4 -- A group of students from the Department of Social Work at Assam University on Sunday filed a formal First Information Report (FIR) with the Assam University Police Outpost, leveling serious allegations against an Assistant Professor of the University, Ajit Kumar Jena.

Sources indicate the complaint details accusations of sexual harassment, criminal intimidation, defamation, and mental harassment, citing repeated misconduct and abuse of power.

According to the students' complaint, Jena allegedly exploited his authority during academic meetings to manipulate, threaten, and make sexually explicit and defamatory remarks targeting both students and faculty members.

The complaint further alleges that the professor coerced ...