The Sindh government has suspended the head of Sindh University’s Dadu campus, Professor Azhar Shah, after videos linked to him surfaced on social media, sparking allegations including use of inappropriate language and disruption of academic activities.
In a letter to the chancellor, the university’s vice-chancellor and Sindh minister for universities and boards, Ismail Rahoo, noted that certain videos involving the professor had been circulated online and were reported to have adversely affected the reputation of the institution.
He ordered that the professor be suspended and that a formal investigation be launched to establish the facts and circumstances of the case.
The letter stated that the proceedings would be conducted strictly in accordance with the law, ensuring that the officer concerned would be given a fair opportunity to be heard.
It further directed that the investigation be completed within 15 days and that a detailed report, including findings and recommendations, be submitted to the Vice-Chancellor/Minister.
The Minister further ordered that the case should be submitted to the syndicate for consideration and necessary actions in accordance with the law.
Separate complaints and accounts shared by faculty members and student representatives alleged that the circulating material consisted of multiple clips from different times, rather than a single incident.
The videos show the campus official appearing unsteady and struggling to stand during campus activities.
Complaints filed with the inquiry alleged that the official was often drunk and “not in his right mind” and that he spoke incoherently while attending classes. The filings also alleged inappropriate behavior and harassment of students while intoxicated, according to those familiar with the complaints.
The problem escalated after teachers and students boycotted classes, prompting Rahoo to intervene. University officials said the campus official was removed from his position rather than suspended.
The investigation is carried out by a committee with three members, headed by Dr. Javed, Dean of Business and Commerce at Sindh University.
