Aitchison College principal resigns over ‘unwarranted interference’ by Governor House

Aitchison College principal resigns over ‘unwarranted interference’ by Governor House on Monday.

Though the principal of Lahore’s Aitchison College, Michael A. Thompson, in his resignation letter did not specify the actual reason, however, media reports suggest that the move was prompted by Punjab Governor Balighur Rehman’s decision to waive the tuition fees for PML-N leader Ahad Cheema’s sons.

In a letter issued to the college staff, Thomson stated that he would be stepping down from the principal’s post on April 1 and would not be playing any role in the management and admissions process.

“I did not intend to leave Aitchison College but now I have no other choice. Throughout my time as principal, I have done my very best to protect the school’s reputation while extending compassion to those in need,” said Thomson in the letter.

“However, there is a crucial difference between this pursuit and blatant policy manufacturing to accommodate certain individuals because such people simply insist on preferential treatment,” the letter said.

The letter said that the college’s policy was undermined to “favour some people”, adding that there is no room for “politics and nepotism” in the college.

“I leave on April 1 and will not play any role in the management of upcoming admissions,” Thompson stated.