India, Oct. 15 -- Mysuru, Oct. 15 (BLU&BS)- Over a century-old University of Mysore (UoM) now faces uncertainty in paying its pensioners from next month onwards.

The issue was discussed at UoM Academic Council meeting held at Crawford Hall this morning. The meeting, chaired by Vice-Chancellor Prof. N.K. Lokanath, was attended by MLC K. Vivekananda, Finance Officer Rekha and Council members.

Prof. Lokanath, while reiterating the challenges faced by the University in meeting its pension obligations, expressed concern over the difficulties that may arise if the Government fails to allocate adequate funds from next month.

"The Varsity has a total of 1,900 pensioners, including teaching and non-teaching staff, requiring about Rs. 150 crore ...