FIRST’s mission and goals for the University.

Authorities and Officers of the University, their Entitlements, and Other Provisions All matters relating to the authorities of the University, their composition, powers, functions, and entitlements (such as honorarium, sitting allowances, travel allowances, dietary allowances, dearness allowance, etc.) shall be under the purview of the Chairman, in consultation with the Board of Trustees/Managing Trustees. The provisions for entitlements shall be aligned with the mission and financial policies of the BCI Trust PEARL-FIRST, ensuring that all such matters promote the smooth functioning of the University. The appointment, service conditions, and salaries of the officers of the University, along with their powers and functions, shall also be determined by the Chairman, in consultation with the Board of Trustees/ Managing Trustees, to ensure that these decisions serve the long-term objectives of the University and align with the strategic priorities of the BCI Trust. In urgent or emergency situations, the Chairman, in consultation with the Board of Trustees/Managing Trustees, shall have the authority to make immediate decisions regarding the composition, powers, or entitlements of the University’s authorities and officers, ensuring that the University’s operations remain unaffected by delays or vacancies. The Schedule attached to this Act, or any regulations made thereafter, shall provide additional details and guidelines related to the finances, fees, teaching, administration, and management of the University’s affairs. These guidelines shall be subject to the strategic oversight of the Chairman, in consultation with the Board of Trustees/