Sambalpur: A professor of Sambalpur University was allegedly stabbed by a retired sweeper inside the Chemistry Department on Friday, triggering panic 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 attack and is currently undergoing treatment at Veer Surendra Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (VIMSAR) in Burla.

According to preliminary information, the accused, a retired university sweeper, allegedly entered the Chemistry Department and attacked Dr Sahu with a knife. The motive behind the assault is yet to be ascertained.

Following the incident, Burla police reached the university campus and launched an investigation. The accused has reportedly been detained for questioning.

Police are examining the circumstances surrounding the attack to establish the motive and other details.