Keralam, Aug. 23 -- A Dalit research scholar at Thunchath Ezhuthachan Malayalam University (TEMU) has accused an Assistant Professor of caste-based discrimination, harassment and obstructing her doctoral research.

Anagha Sasi has been protesting at the university in Tirur since August 15, alleging she faced discrimination and academic difficulties from her research guide and university authorities. She accused Assistant Professor Arun Babu V, who refuted the allegations and said he was not her formal research supervisor.

Scholar alleges research was obstructed

Anagha joined the doctoral programme at the School of Environmental Science in March 2024. She holds an MSc in Environmental Science and Management and is researching microplasti...