DU new hostels begin construction for 1,400 students in Mukherjee Nagar
DU new hostels project begins at Mukherjee Nagar with space for 1,436 students, part of the Institution of Eminence plan for modern student housing.
The University of Delhi has started building DU new hostels at its Dhaka complex in Mukherjee Nagar. The project began in late September 2025 under the Institution of Eminence plan. Once finished, it will provide modern living space for 1,436 students.
Hostel project under the Institution of Eminence
The DU new hostels will cover 29,445 square meters of land. The building will rise to 35 meters with nine floors above ground. The cost of the project is Rs 332.83 crore.
The boys’ hostel will have 58 single rooms, 220 triple rooms, and 38 married or en-suite units. The girls’ hostel will follow the same design. Each block will house 718 students.
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According to posts online, the Bhoomi Poojan ceremony was attended by the vice chancellor, senior DU officials, and engineers from the construction companies. Social media videos suggest a positive mood, with many students hopeful about the new facilities.
The Mukherjee Nagar area already attracts thousands of students preparing for competitive exams. Private housing is expensive and often overcrowded. With the DU new hostels, the university wants to provide safer and more affordable options.
Student response and campus life
As per student sources, many are pleased with the location. Mukherjee Nagar is close to coaching centers, libraries, and budget food outlets. Students say the DU new hostels will make life easier by reducing dependence on private hostels and paying guest rooms.
Reactions online show both hope and caution. Some students look forward to modern hostels with better facilities. Others worry about construction delays. Past projects at DU faced setbacks, and some fear history may repeat.
Still, most agree that the new hostels mark progress. The project reflects DU’s aim to combine academics with quality living spaces. The Institution of Eminence status has brought new funding for such upgrades.
Why these hostels matter
The DU new hostels are about more than accommodation. They represent a push to improve the overall student experience at Delhi University. Safe and comfortable housing can help students focus better on their studies and take part in campus life.
Parents also welcome the project. According to posts online, many believe official hostels offer better safety and supervision than private housing.
The timing is important too. Rents in North Delhi have risen sharply in recent years. Many students struggle to find affordable homes. The new hostels could reduce that pressure. They also bring DU closer to global standards, where student housing is central to campus planning.
In the future, these hostels may make DU more attractive to students from across India and abroad. Equal facilities for men and women also show the university’s focus on inclusivity.
Conclusion
The launch of the DU new hostels is an important step for Delhi University. The project promises modern, safe, and affordable living spaces for over 1,400 students. While some fear delays, the outlook remains positive.
If completed on time, the hostels will set a new standard for residential life at DU. The project shows the university’s effort to improve both infrastructure and student life. With this, DU moves closer to its vision of becoming a world-class Institution of Eminence.