Thiruvananthapuram Medical College Bars Faculty from Public Criticism of Govt Policies, Institutional Matter
19 August 2025 | The Times of India
Thiruvananthapuram, India: The Principal of Thiruvananthapuram Medical College, Dr. P.K. Jabbar, has issued a directive prohibiting department heads and senior faculty from making public statements without prior approval.The decision was formally conveyed during a meeting of department heads, following controversies triggered by remarks from two senior doctors, Dr. Mohandas and Dr. Harris Chirakkal.
According to the directive, any grievances, concerns, or criticisms must be routed through official channels and communicated to higher authorities within the medical education department. Direct remarks in the media, on social media, or in public forums could invite disciplinary action.