Bhubaneswar, Oct 30: A professor of Sambalpur University was allegedly stabbed by a retired university employee inside the Chemistry Department on Friday, triggering concern on the campus.

The injured professor has been identified as Dr Satya Narayan Sahu, Head of the Department (HoD) of Chemistry. He sustained injuries in the knife attack and was immediately shifted to Veer Surendra Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (VIMSAR), Burla, for treatment.

According to reports, the accused, a retired sweeper of the university, allegedly entered the Chemistry Department and attacked Dr Sahu with a knife. The incident reportedly took place while the professor was inside the department.

The motive behind the attack remains unclear. The incident created tension on the university campus, following which the police were informed.

On receiving information, personnel from Burla Police Station rushed to the spot and initiated an investigation. The accused has reportedly been detained for questioning in connection with the incident.

Police are examining the circumstances leading to the attack and are likely to question people who may have information about the incident. Further investigation is underway to establish the exact motive and sequence of events.

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