Tamil NaduThursday, 28 May 2026·Hindu Tamil Thisai
University chancellorship in Tamil Nadu: Minister says CM-as-chancellor model is not mandatory
Tamil Nadu Higher Education Minister P. Viswanathan said the state is not bound to follow the CM-as-chancellor model for universities.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In May 2026, Tamil Nadu Higher Education Minister P. Viswanathan said in Madurai that the state is not compelled to follow the DMK government’s model of making the Chief Minister the chancellor of universities.
Key specifics
- The statement was made in Madurai on the occasion of former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru’s death anniversary.
- Minister P. Viswanathan said the CM-as-chancellor model is not mandatory for Tamil Nadu.
- He said a decision on university chancellorship would be taken according to the Chief Minister’s policy choice.
- He also said college admission counselling under higher education would be discussed with officials by June 3.
- The minister referred to the Mekedatu dam issue and said Karnataka should not take even one stone forward.
Exam lens
Question type: Tamil Nadu governance and higher education, statement-based MCQs; key facts: P. Viswanathan, Madurai, June 3, CM-as-chancellor model, Mekedatu. TNPSC may ask about the role of the Governor/Chief Minister in university administration in Tamil Nadu.