Delhi HC Stays JNU Order Dismissing Prof Bimol Akoijam Over Sexual Harassment Allegations

Last Updated:November 02, 2026, 6:10 PM IST

Justice Anup J Bhambhani issued notice to the university on Akoijam’s petition challenging the dismissal order and listed the case for hearing in January.

Professor Angomcha Bimol Akoijam (PTI photo)

The Delhi High Court on Monday halted the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) administration’s order to terminate the services of Professor Angomcha Bimol Akoijam in connection with sexual harassment allegations.

Justice Anup J Bhambhani issued notice to the university on Akoijam’s petition challenging the dismissal order and listed the case for hearing in January.

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What action did the Delhi High Court take regarding Professor Bimol Akoijam’s JNU dismissal?

The Delhi High Court halted the Jawaharlal Nehru University administration’s order to terminate the services of Professor Angomcha Bimol Akoijam.

Why did Jawaharlal Nehru University previously dismiss Professor Angomcha Bimol Akoijam?

JNU dismissed Professor Angomcha Bimol Akoijam following an internal inquiry into sexual harassment allegations made against him by female students.

When is the Delhi High Court scheduled to hear Professor Akoijam’s petition challenging his dismissal?

Justice Anup J Bhambhani issued a notice to the university on Akoijam’s petition and listed the case for a hearing in January.

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