Seeks Thampu’s removal as principal for duration of probe

The St. Stephen’s research scholar, who was allegedly sexually harassed by a professor, has sought intervention of the HRD Ministry.

She has written to the Ministry and sought removal of college principal Valson Thampu, whom she accuses of “manipulating evidence”.

“I request your intervention directing Mr. Thampu to step down from the post of principal for the duration of the investigation as he has tried manipulating evidence in his favour using the power of his position,” she wrote to HRD Minister Smriti Irani.

“He has refused to step down from his position of power during the time of this investigation despite playing a very murky role in trying to protect accused Satish Kumar.”

Copies of the letter have been sent to the UGC, Delhi Commission for Women and National Commission of Women. The victim, who had met Ms. Irani on July 23, has alleged the police has so far failed to take any action on her complaint.

She had also accused Mr. Thampu of “shielding” the teacher when the matter was reported to him.