Gangtok, Aug. 9 -- The Centre has appointed Professor Santanu Kumar Swain, a respected academic from Banaras Hindu University (BHU), as the new Vice Chancellor of Sikkim University.
His term will last for five years or until he turns 70, whichever comes earlier. He takes over from Professor Abhijit Dutta of the Department of Commerce, who was holding the post.
Professor Swain is well-known in academic circles for his long career in teaching, research, and higher education management. He has spent decades working in classrooms and administrative offices, guiding students, mentoring young teachers, and building research programmes.
His work has earned him several awards from academic bodies and professional organisations.
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