**Executive Summary**
This document from the Tamil Nadu Government Gazette, dated November 30, 2016, Part VI-Section 3(b), pertains to notifications by Heads of Departments regarding University Authorities. It specifically details the election of members to the Academic Council and Syndicate of the University of Madras. The notifications outline the periods of membership for the elected individuals.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Election to Academic Council:**
* Prof. S. Mahalingam has been unanimously elected to the Academic Council by the Senate.
* The term is for three years, from October 17, 2016, to October 16, 2019, or until cessation of Senate membership, whichever is earlier.
* **Election to Syndicate:**
* Dr. S.S. Sundaram has been duly elected to the Syndicate by the Senate.
* The term is for the residual period up to March 29, 2018, or until cessation of Senate/Academic Council membership, whichever is earlier.
**Impact Analysis**
**University of Madras**
* **Impact:** New members are added to the Academic Council and the Syndicate, potentially influencing university governance and decision-making.
* **Action Required:** Incorporate the new members into relevant committees and ensure they are informed of their responsibilities.
**Prof. S. Mahalingam**
* **Impact:** Granted membership to the Academic Council.
* **Action Required:** Participate in Academic Council meetings and contribute to discussions and decisions.
**Dr. S.S. Sundaram**
* **Impact:** Granted membership to the Syndicate.
* **Action Required:** Participate in Syndicate meetings and contribute to discussions and decisions.
Key Entities Referenced
Madras University Act, 1923: Governing legislation for the University of Madras, referenced in the notification regarding elections to the Academic Council and the Syndicate.
University of Madras: The university whose notifications regarding Academic Council and Syndicate member elections are published.
Chennai: Location of notifications for the University of Madras.
Tamil Nadu Government Gazette: The official publication where the notifications related to the University of Madras are published.