Overview

• Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria officially appointed Jagdeep Singh as the new vice-chancellor of Punjabi University, Patiala, for a three-year term starting upon his assumption of office.
• The position had remained vacant for nearly a year following the retirement of Prof Arvind in April 2024, with interim leadership provided by KK Yadav and Prof Karamjeet Singh.
• Jagdeep Singh brings extensive administrative experience, having served as registrar at IISER Mohali and the Central University of Punjab, with additional roles in the state higher education department.
• Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann congratulated Singh, expressing confidence in his ability to restore the university’s academic excellence and contribute to Punjab’s broader education priorities.
• Punjabi University, a flagship institution in the Malwa region, is expected to benefit from Singh’s leadership as the state government focuses on advancing education, health, and employment initiatives.