The Odisha Higher Education Department has ordered the dismissal of employees illegally appointed in state universities without prior government approval. Secretary Arvind Agrawal issued a directive stating that regularisation claims for such staff will not be entertained and the concerned universities must bear the financial burden. The decision aligns with Section 22 of the Odisha Universities Act, 1989, which mandates government sanction for creating posts. Action will also be taken against officials responsible for these unauthorized 'back-door' entries to maintain transparency in recruitment. https://www.dharitri.com/university-employees-hired-without-approval-will-be-fired/ #creator program