Delhi Government Approves Construction of New Hostels at Maulana Azad Medical College
Delhi: Govt approves two hostel buildings at MAMC
Hindustan Times
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The Delhi government has approved the construction of two new hostel buildings at Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC) with an estimated cost of ₹573.41 crore (approximately $69 million USD). The project aims to enhance student welfare by improving residential facilities, as existing hostels are outdated and insufficient for the increasing student population.
- 01The total estimated cost for the hostel project is ₹573.41 crore.
- 02The female students' hostel will cost ₹269.19 crore, while the boys' hostel will cost ₹304.22 crore.
- 03The existing hostels at MAMC were built between 1965 and 1982 and are in need of replacement.
- 04The new hostels are expected to be completed within 36 months.
- 05The project aims to alleviate overcrowding and improve living conditions for students.
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The Delhi government has approved the construction of two new hostel buildings at Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), with a total estimated cost of ₹573.41 crore (approximately $69 million USD). The project was greenlit by the Expenditure Finance Committee (ECC) chaired by Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. The new hostel for female students will cost ₹269.19 crore, while the boys’ hostel will be built for ₹304.22 crore. The existing hostels, constructed between 1965 and 1982, have become inadequate for the growing student population, which has increased from 150 to 250 students annually. This has led to overcrowding, with many students sharing rooms or unable to secure accommodation. Gupta emphasized that the project is designed to improve students' living conditions and support their academic success, rather than being commercially driven. Construction is set to begin following the necessary administrative and financial approvals, with an expected completion timeline of 36 months.
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The construction of new hostels will significantly improve living conditions for students at MAMC, reducing overcrowding and providing better facilities.
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