USTM Built on Forest Land, Faces Uncertain Future Within 2 Years: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday accused the University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya (USTM) of being built on forest land, warning it may not exist in two years. He criticized its chancellor, Mahbabul Haque, calling the university a hub for commercialized education and wishing for its demolition. Sarma blamed the Meghalaya government for inaction and cited past legal issues involving Haque, including arrests over exam malpractice and a fake OBC certificate. He also linked USTM to Guwahati’s “flood jihad.” The controversy highlights Sarma’s ongoing opposition to USTM and concerns over its legitimacy and operations.