The Karnataka High Court has ordered that Dr. Ashwin Hebbar, an associate professor facing sexual-harassment allegations, remain under suspension until the completion of the departmental inquiry. The court cancelled an earlier order that had revoked his suspension.
The case relates to complaints made by students at the Shivamogga Institute of Medical Sciences (SIMS). The court noted serious concerns about how the complaints were handled and directed that disciplinary proceedings against the doctor should continue. He is to remain attached to the Haveri Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS) during the suspension rather than resume regular duties.