June 13: Tribhuvan University (TU) has sought applications from the campuses that wish to opt for a merger.

TU today issued a notice inviting applications from campuses affiliated to it or running as its constituent colleges that are interested in merging. Applications are needed to be submitted to the TU Office of Planning Directorate by mid-July.

As the notice states, campuses interested in merging are first  required to take a decision on merger either through the Campus Assembly or the respective management committee. According to the notice, applications are sought separately from campuses agreeing for a merger and the documents should include a clear explanation of the reasons and relevance behind the proposed merger.

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