Delhi University (DU) has approved a Rs 5,889 crore plan to expand student accommodation, providing housing for 21,895 students. This decision was made during the university's 1284th Executive Council meeting chaired by Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh on October 13.
- The plan includes constructing new hostels costing Rs 4,027 crore for 15,758 students.
- Rs 1,862 crore is allocated for reconstructing two existing hostels to house 6,137 students.
- Hostels will be built across Dhaka Complex, Surajmal Vihar campus, and Najafgarh campus.
- Facilities will include dining halls, shops, common rooms, reading rooms, and warden residences.
- Names of existing hostels like Jubilee Hall and PG Men's Hostel will remain unchanged after reconstruction.
What does the hostel expansion plan include?
The expansion plan involves constructing new multi-storey hostels and reconstructing older ones. The new hostels will accommodate 15,758 students and cost approximately Rs 4,027 crore. Reconstruction of two existing hostels will provide space for 6,137 students, with an investment of Rs 1,862 crore. The plan covers multiple campuses, including the Dhaka Complex, Surajmal Vihar, and Najafgarh.
Where will the new hostels be located?
New hostels will be built at the Dhaka Complex, Surajmal Vihar campus, and Najafgarh campus. Additionally, separate hostels for male and female students are planned at Veer Savarkar College in Roshanpura, Najafgarh, as well as at the West Campus in Dwarka and the East Campus in Surajmal Vihar, Karkardooma. The university intends to maximize the use of available land by utilizing the permitted Floor Area Ratio (FAR) on each campus.
What facilities will the hostels offer?
The proposed hostels will include essential amenities such as dining halls, shops, common rooms, reading rooms, and residences for wardens. These facilities aim to meet students' daily and residential needs within the hostel complexes, providing a comfortable living environment.
Will the existing hostels be renamed after reconstruction?
No, Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh has clarified that the names of existing hostels, including Jubilee Hall and the PG Men's Hostel, will remain unchanged after reconstruction. The Executive Council has approved the reconstruction as part of the overall residential expansion plan.
Are colleges involved in the hostel expansion?
The university has encouraged its colleges to prepare proposals for building new hostels on their own premises. These proposals can be submitted to the funding agency to support the expansion of student accommodation across the university.
When will the construction begin and finish?
The announcement did not specify the start date or completion timeline for the construction of the new hostels and reconstruction projects. However, the university is planning with a long-term vision, considering the needs of the next 100 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many students will the new hostels accommodate?
A: The new hostels will accommodate 15,758 students, and reconstructed hostels will house 6,137 students, totaling 21,895 students.
Q: Which campuses will have new hostel buildings?
A: New hostels will be constructed at the Dhaka Complex, Surajmal Vihar campus, Najafgarh campus, and other locations such as Veer Savarkar College, West Campus in Dwarka, and East Campus in Surajmal Vihar.
Q: Will the names of existing hostels change after reconstruction?
A: No, the names of existing hostels like Jubilee Hall and PG Men's Hostel will remain the same after reconstruction.
Q: What facilities will be available in the new hostels?
A: The hostels will include dining halls, shops, common rooms, reading rooms, and residences for wardens to support students' residential and daily needs.
