UoA Directs Manohar Das Netra Chikitsalay to Reassess Disability of Candidates
Prayagraj, February 7, 2025 – The Dean Students Welfare, University of Allahabad (UoA), has formally requested a reassessment of the vision-related disability percentage of three candidates seeking admission under the Physically Handicapped (PH) Quota. The request has been directed to the Head of Department, Manohar Das Netra Chikitsalay, Prayagraj, for further medical evaluation.
Concerns Raised Over Disability Certification
A medical board constituted at the University of Allahabad reviewed the candidates' disability certificates on February 6, 2025. However, the board found discrepancies in the disability percentage mentioned in the certificates, leading to a decision to re-examine the candidates.
Admission Under PH Quota: UoA Demands Reassessment of Vision Disabilities
The three students under review are:
1. Vipin Kr. Srivastava – Music & Performing Arts (Vision Disability: 75%)
2. Singh Kunwar Kshitiz – Political Science (Vision Disability: 45%)
3. Aditya Singh – Law (Vision Disability: 40%)
Urgent Reassessment Requested
In an official letter (Ref No: DSW/1390/2025) dated February 7, 2025, Dean Students Welfare, Prof. Harsh Kumar, emphasized the need for a prompt reassessment of the disability percentages. The letter urges the concerned medical experts to re-evaluate the candidates and confirm the actual disability percentage on a top priority basis, ensuring that the admission process is not delayed.
Next Steps and Official Communication
The university has directed the candidates to appear for their medical examination as per the schedule provided by Manohar Das Netra Chikitsalay. The reassessment report will determine whether the candidates qualify under the PH quota as per university guidelines.
Copy Marked to Key Authorities
The letter has been copied to:
1. Director of Admissions, University of Allahabad
2. Head of the Concerned Department, University of Allahabad
3. Chairman, ICT Cell – Requested to upload the information on the official website of UoA
4. Public Relations Officer (PRO), University of Allahabad – For paper publication
University's Commitment to Transparency
The University of Allahabad remains committed to ensuring a fair and transparent admission process, especially for candidates applying under the Physically Handicapped Quota. The decision to reassess the disability certificates reflects the institution’s dedication to upholding integrity in student admissions.
Further updates on the reassessment and its impact on the admission process are expected soon.
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