Why a Bill to reform a premier Indian institute has triggered criticism
The Indian Statistical Institute Bill, 2026, introduced in Lok Sabha, proposes significant changes to the governance structure of the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), which has faced backlash from its community. Critics, including students and faculty from the Kolkata campus, argue that the Bill lacks adequate consultation and could disrupt the institute's functioning. The controversy follows a draft version released last September that also drew criticism, indicating ongoing concerns about the reform process.