Following the Satya Niketan building collapse that claimed over 6 lives, several students living in PGs became hesitant and scared to return to their PGs. To provide relief to these students, Delhi University has made alternative accommodation arrangements.

Several colleges in the South Campus have opened their facilities to students in need, with arrangements being made for temporary accommodation, mattresses, food and other basic amenities. If required, students may also be accommodated overnight in college classrooms.

Professor Rajni Abbi, Director of DU South Campus, said there are around 25 colleges in the South Campus area, with six to seven institutions located near Satya Niketan. These colleges have been asked to assist students affected by the incident.

Sri Venkateswara College, Motilal Nehru College, Ram Lal Anand College, Maitr

ALSO READ: Dog Walking Controversy To Deadly Debris: Reappointed MCD Boss Khirwar Faces Resignation Calls After Satya Niketan Tragedy

eyi College and Jesus and Mary College are among the institutions that have made accommodation arrangements.

The DU administration has also sought details from colleges on the number of students affected by the incident and those requiring immediate accommodation. Based on the information received, students will be accommodated at suitable colleges.

Abbi said student safety remains the administration's top priority and that all possible assistance is being provided.

Two Colleges To Remain Closed

Sri Venkateswara College Principal Professor V Ravi said the college is prepared to accommodate female students from other institutions if required. It will also provide basic facilities, including bedding and food.

ALSO READ: Delhi: Traffic Advisory Issued After Satya Niketan Building Collapse Disrupts Key Routes In Capital

Meanwhile, Sri Venkateswara College and Aryabhatta College will remain closed on Monday due to security concerns and apprehension among students living in PGs near the area.

The incident has also raised questions over the safety of old buildings in Satya Niketan that have been converted into PG accommodations and the inspections carried out before their use.

The building where the collapse occurred had reportedly remained vacant for a long period before being leased by a company last year. It was subsequently renovated and converted into a PG facility, with the number of students staying there increasing this year.