UGC Removes Sabaragamuwa University Vice Chancellor; Reason Undisclosed

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has decided to remove Professor Sunil Shantha from his position as Vice Chancellor of Sabaragamuwa University. While the UGC Chairman indicated that a new administrative program is expected for the university's future operations, the official reason for the removal has not been officially disclosed. Professor Shantha himself stated that he has not received any notification regarding his dismissal. Reports suggest the removal may be connected to an ongoing investigation into a library building project, for which the Vice Chancellor was recently summoned to provide a statement.