Lecturer arrested for indecent behaviour

Coimbatore, Apr 5 (UNI) Police arrested a lecturer of the Tamil Nadu Agriculture University on charges of alleged misconduct with a girl student here.

University Open and Distance Learning Chairman H Philip was arrested by the police today.

Philip, a guide to a first year MSc student Ms Leena, allegedly demanded a 'kiss' from her to extend favours to her in a practical examination.

But, she refused to oblige and later attempted suicide by consuming cowdung mixed with chemicals at the University hostel. She was rushed to a nearby hospital where her condition was stated to be stable.

On the basis of her complaint, police arrested Philip. He was later remanded in judicial custody.

Meanwhile, TNAU Registrar Santhana Krishnan told UNI that he had formed a five-member committee to inquire into the allegation.

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