“Appointing good VCs alone cannot improve the situation of universities” The selection process for the vice-chancellor of Tribhuvan University is ongoing. TU is plagued by problems such as political instability, delayed results, and lack of transparency. Similar issues are prevalent in other universities across the country. Debate has arisen regarding whether the VC should have political affiliations. The 11th edition of the Nepal Literature Festival held a session about problems faced by Nepal’s universities. Kusum Shakya, Department Head of Economics, former TU professor Sanjib Uprety, and constitutional expert Bipin Adhikari were speakers at the session. Uprety emphasizes that appointing good VCs alone cannot rectify the situation of universities. “The authorities should first identify and address the challenges faced by the universities,” says Uprety. Ending politicization in universities is crucial to improving their conditions, Uprety adds. “The presence of po...