Madras High Court directs T.N. govt. to consider demand to increase university faculty retirement age to 65 years
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Summary
The TNFUFA’s representation was in the wake of several State-run universities struggling with acute shortage of faculty and in some cases, falling short of the minimum number of faculty members mandated by the UGC
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source The Hindu - National
Published Saturday, 20 June 2026
Affected Population ~350 million students, 10 million teachers
Key Numbers
Education budget: Rs 1.25 lakh crore (2025-26)
1.5 million schools, 1,100+ universities
70% gross enrollment ratio target by 2030
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right