Imphal, July 19: After a ten-day hunger strike, students of Dhanamanjuri University (DMU) in Imphal have temporarily suspended their agitation following successful negotiations with university officials. The hunger strike, organized by the Dhamanamanjuri University Students’ Union (DUSU) and commenced on July 9, sought several key demands crucial to the institution’s academic functioning.
Key demands included the appointment of a regular Vice Chancellor, registrar, and necessary administrative staff, all of which were reportedly hindering academic progress at DMU. The strike, carried out in relay format at the university campus, drew attention to the urgent need for administrative stability.
Irom Dimocha, president of DMU, while talking to the media announced the suspension of the agitation today. The decision came in the wake of an emergency meeting held by the university syndicate on Thursday night, where administrative job results were unveiled, including the appointment of a Registrar and additional staff.
The university authorities have committed to finalizing the appointment of a regular Vice Chancellor by August 9, 2024, signaling a proactive step towards resolving the students’ concerns comprehensively.
