BHU approves 14 new scholarships and gold medal, introduces new programmes

The academic council of Banaras Hindu University (BHU) approved a proposal for 14 additional merit-cum-means scholarships and one gold medal during its session on Tuesday.

Chaired by vice-chancellor professor Sudhir Kumar Jain, the council, along with other members, deliberated on various matters concerning academic and research activities within the university. 

They also discussed strategies to enhance overall performance and productivity.

Additionally, BHU's council established a project monitoring unit aimed at enhancing the university's academic and research environment. 

Furthermore, the Academic Council sanctioned the appointment of 10 distinguished academicians as external members.

The academic council also approved proposals to introduce new programmes and courses in various affiliated colleges of the university.

Arya Mahila PG College has been authorised to offer Statistics, Mathematics, and Geography as minor courses, while Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya can offer statistics and mathematics as minor courses.