Pune University Suspends ₹10 Mess Fee Hike Amid Drought, Plans Exam Fee Waiver For Students From Affected Talukas
Pune: Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) has suspended the proposed ₹10 hike in mess and dining hall rates, following objections from students and student organisations and in view of the prevailing drought situation in Maharashtra. The university has also initiated steps to review food quality and the functioning of dining-related committees, while considering a proposal to waive…
Pune University has put a hold on a proposed ₹10 increase in mess and dining hall fees due to student opposition and the ongoing drought in Maharashtra. At a meeting on September 26, the university's Management Council decided not to implement the hike, which was announced on September 17, to avoid adding financial strain on students.
The hike will remain suspended until further notice. In addition to the fee suspension, the university is reviewing food quality and the efficiency of dining committees, with a proposal on the table to waive examination fees for students from drought-affected talukas. The decision came after student organizations and individual students voiced concerns about the proposed increase.
A committee chaired by Dr. Joshna Ekbote will examine food quality and the dining facilities' functioning, with recommendations expected to guide changes. The university's move also aims to preserve the quality of food served. Students were urged to cease their protests and work with the administration in light of the council's decisions.
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