Nagpur: Nagpur University has issued long-awaited promotion orders for its Class 3 employees, providing major relief to staff awaiting career advancement for years.Vice-Chancellor Manali Kshirsagar approved and formalised the promotions, granting eligible employees elevation to higher grade and selection grade clerk posts. The decision comes in compliance with directions from the Nagpur Bench of the Bombay High Court dated Aug 25, 2025, in connection with related petitions.University officials said the issue of promotions remained pending for a prolonged period, affecting morale and administrative efficiency. After assuming office, Kshirsagar prioritised staff welfare and held discussions with employee representatives to understand their concerns. Following this, immediate steps were taken to implement the court’s directives. Class 3 employees form the backbone of the university’s day-to-day functioning of the administration. Chandrashekhar Shelke, president of the Bahujan Employees’ Union at the university, said, “The Vice-Chancellor’s sensitivity and prompt action have finally ended our long wait.” He said that such decisive and employee-focused administrative action is being witnessed after many years.Employee organisations across the university have appreciated the VC’s leadership, highlighting the administration’s development-oriented focus. The decision is being seen as a landmark step in the Nagpur university’s administrative history.
