Dr Prasad appointed Vice Chancellor

Saturday, March 17, 2007, 19:16 [IST]

Bhopal, Mar 5 (UNI) Former Madhya Pradesh cadre IAS officer Dr Bhagirath Prasad has been appointed Vice Chancellor of Indore's Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, the government announced today.

Governor Dr Bal Ram Jakhar, who is also the Chancellor, today issued the order appointing Dr Prasad for a four year term from the date he assumes the charge, official sources said.

The 1975 batch IAS officer, Dr Prasad held the rank of Principal Secretary when he resigned last month, few months ahead of superannuation.

His wife Mehrunnisa Pervez is a prominent writer.

UNI

Topics: EDUCATION-MP-VICE CHANCELLOR

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