Berhampur University files gutted in fire

Some important files and examination papers of few professional courses were gutted in a fire that broke out in the confidential section of the Berhampur University on November 02 night. According to sources, the fire engulfed the confidential section in the second floor of the administrative block building. However, the authorities informed the fire brigade at around 8.40 pm. As a result of which prior to the arrival of the fire brigade, some important files and documents including examination papers of courses like MBA, Journalism and Biotechnology were gutted.
The fire raised many questions as it took place under mysterious circumstances keeping in view the inquiry into the allegations of corruption by a high level team led by the Secretary, Higher Education. Notably, after allegations of rampant corruption and irregularities in e-governance project, chair purchase for auditorium and in some other cases, the Governor had ordered to inquire into the matter and the Secretary was entrusted with the inquiry. He had visited the university five times and he was scheduled to visit for the sixth time for the inquiry.

It may be mentioned here that some important files on which the inquiry was made, were kept at the confidential section. A BJP team which visited the university on November 03 said the gutting of files in the fire was suspicious and a high-level inquiry should be ordered to unravel the truth.

Courtesy: The Pioneer