Archive · 11 Jan 2026
Delhi LG Criticizes AAP for University Land Delay
The Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, V.K. Saxena, recently criticized the previous AAP government for not paying for and delaying the handover of land to two universities.
These universities, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University and Delhi Teachers’ University, were finally given over 35 acres of land in Narela.
The current government has allocated and paid significant funds for this land.
Additionally, Education Minister Ashish Sood praised another university, the Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University, and promised to improve its facilities and placement opportunities.
The goal is to enhance higher education in Delhi and make Narela a center for education with modern amenities.
Delhi LG V.K. Saxena criticized the previous AAP government for delaying the handover of land to two universities.
Over 35 acres of land in Narela were formally handed over to GGSIPU and DTeU.
The current government allocated Rs 500 crore for land purchase in its first budget and approved an additional Rs 500 crore for 2025-26.
Rs 452 crore has already been paid to the DDA for the land.
Education Minister Ashish Sood praised DSEU and promised to upgrade its facilities and improve campus placements.
- Who
- Delhi Lieutenant Governor V.K. Saxena and Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood
- What
- Criticism of the previous AAP government for delaying land allotment to two universities and praise for the current government's actions
- When
- The formal handing over of land took place on Saturday, with references to actions in January 2024 and the current year
- Where
- Narela, Delhi
- Why
- To strengthen higher education infrastructure and develop Narela into an education hub
- LG
- V.K. Saxena
- Universities
- Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) and Delhi Teachers’ University (DTeU)
- Land Location
- Narela, Delhi
- Land Size
- Over 35 acres
- Funds Allocated
- Rs 500 crore in 2024-25, Rs 500 crore approved for 2025-26
- Funds Paid
- Rs 452 crore
- Education Minister
- Ashish Sood
- Other University Mentioned
- Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University (DSEU)