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PM directs rules be followed on degrees issue
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani directed Higher Education Commission (HEC) chairman to follow the rules and regulations in connection with the verification of degrees, Geo News reported Monday.The PM held a 45-minute tete-e-tete with Dr Javed Leghari, the HEC chairman here.
According to sources, the HEC chief briefed the PM regarding the development in verification of degrees.
He also primed the PM about the pressure he and his family received, as some universities did not cooperate in the process.
According to official statement, Dr Javed Leghari also briefed the premier about the ongoing projects of the HEC and its financial condition.
The PM also directed him to hold meetings with the concerned ministries to expedite the on time completion of current projects.
The HEC sources said the PM assured Dr Javed Leghari of his cooperation and urged him not to capitulate to any pressure in connection with the degrees verification.
Courtesy www.Geo.tv