Animation dept head terminated in GU over financial misappropriation

Following allegations of financial misappropriation of over ₹1 cr and failure to present accounts, Gujarat University has initiated a judicial investigation against the former head (coordinator) of the Animation Department.

The investigation revealed evidence of financial irregularities, leading to the termination of Kamaljit Lakhtaria, the former head and associate professor. Prior to the termination, a show-cause notice was also issued, followed by a formal dismissal procedure.

The judicial investigation uncovered financial irregularities amounting to crores of rupees. The Executive Council meeting decided to terminate Kamaljit Lakhtaria, and a recovery order will be issued against him.

The financial irregularities were discovered after the new Vice-Chancellor took charge in June 2023. The Executive Council meeting also reviewed the financial details of the “Dharma International Conference” held in August, where expenditures exceeded ₹1.20 crore.

Lakhtaria was suspended during the executive committee meeting of the university held on June 14, according to reports. 

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