Archive · 31 Jul 2025
Delhi University's Ramjas College Closes Hostels Over Safety Fears
Ramjas College in Delhi has shut down its student hostels because they're not safe.
Last year, part of a roof fell in.
The college is worried about the safety of its students.
The college is planning to have an inspection to check the buildings.
Some students are not happy, they are protesting because they say that the college is not taking care of them and excluding them from their right to housing.
They are also worried about the high cost of renting outside the college.
The college says it is only doing this to keep students safe.
Ramjas College at Delhi University closed its hostels for the upcoming academic session.
The closure is due to structural concerns, including a collapsed roof and building damage.
The college plans a safety audit before reopening the hostels.
Student groups protested the closure, citing safety and accessibility concerns.
Protesters accuse the college of excluding students from marginalized backgrounds.
- Who
- Ramjas College administration and students.
- What
- Ramjas College closed its hostels.
- When
- For the upcoming academic session.
- Where
- Delhi University, India.
- Why
- Due to safety concerns, including structural damage to the buildings.
Student Group's Concerns
College's Position
Safety & Accessibility vs. Safety Concerns
Student Group's Concerns
Lack of safe and accessible student housing and an intentional exclusion of students.
College's Position
College states closure is strictly for safety reasons.
- College
- Ramjas College, Delhi University
- Hostel Capacity
- Approximately 150 students
- Reason for Closure
- Structural concerns and safety audit
- Student Protest Group
- All India Students’ Association (AISA)
- Student Allegation
- Exclusion of marginalized students