Detailed suggestions - Boys Hostel

These are some thought regarding the Men's hostels. Do let us know comments / possible suggestions, etc.

1. Atleast one functional fire extinguisher on each floor of each hostel

Details: Safety should not be compromised at any cost. There have been incidents of fire in the past. There could also be in violation of building laws.

2. Big, new dustbins on each floor of each hostel which are fixed to permanent structures

Many of the current dustbins are either too small, or broken. Furthermore, many floors have only a 1-2 dustbins as opposed to the required number of 4. Also, the new LLM hostel doesn't have any dustbin at all. Moreover, the dustbins should be placed within a ring fixed to the wall, so that the dustbins are not toppled over by the dogs and rendered useless. This would help in maintaining cleanliness. There would also be lesser chances of chances of dogs coming in the hostels.

3. Meshing of all the windows of all the rooms.

The present meshes are really old, broken and have holes in them. As a result, a lot many mosquitoes, insects and other small animals can enter. Also, a lot of dust accumulates in them which is impossible to remove. Possible solution: Cloth meshing fixed with velcro nailed on to the window frames

This would be a long -term investment as they last long and can be washed if necessary. Also, it would be cheaper than metallic meshes


4. Soap dispensers in every bathroom

This would be a useful amenity for students. However, apart from the one-time cost of installing dispensers, periodical costs of filling liquid soap in them, would be there.


5. Repairs/new water cooler in Himalaya hostel. Repair/replacement of aqua-guards in the other hostels.

The current cooler in Himalaya is in a pathetic condition. It is rusted, broken and insects and cockroaches easily enter it. As a result, residents of the hostel have to go to the Acad each time for cool water, or do without cool water, which is a big problem, especially in summers. A new cooler is required and would benefit students immensely.

The aqua-guard doesn’t remove the hardness in the water, which is present in Himalaya water supply since water of that hostel is directly sourced from a borewell. A reverse osmosis purifier is required for this. Furthermore, the present aqua-guard is meant for a family of 4/5. It is not suited for hostels and cannot process large amount of water. An industrial purifier is required. The health of students cannot be compromised on.

6. Shed and clothesline provision on terrace/outside new LLM hostel. No place to hang clothes currently.

The new LLM hostel has absolutely no place where students can hang wet clothes. The only place is inside of their rooms which is not only insufficient, but also causes lots of problems. Providing clotheslines would be a low-cost, one time investment.

7. Tiling and renovation of all bathrooms

Some of the bathrooms have been retiled. They remain cleaner than the old ones. There is a need for new mirrors, shower mixers and exhaust fans in all the bathrooms. This would be a long term investment.

8. Badminton net and neon lights in Ganga and Himalaya hostel

These two hostels have no sports facility at all. Furthermore, only one badminton court for 250 students is not sufficient at all.

9. Construction of bike shed near Ganga-Cauvery hostel.

There is vacant space between new LLM hostel and nearby wall. The area of the space is such that it can hardly be used for other purposes. However, it is enough to have a bike shed. There used to be a bike shed at the location of the new hostel, before it was demolished. Since many students have bikes, which get damaged due to rain, heat, etc. it would be a useful amenity to have a bike shed at this location.

10. Partitioning of ground floor of new LLM hostel into smaller divisions.

Smaller rooms can be used for a. Shifting of the GWC library from its current dingy location b. Full-fledged laundromat c. Common room for parents, relatives, other guests can sit when they come to visit

11. Earthing of electrical connections, especially in bathrooms and with respect to hot water (especially Cauvery hostel)

Many students suffer from electrical shocks while operating devices or using the hot water tap. This safety hazard should be rectified immediately.

12. Rainwater harvesting for all hostels

An environmentally friendly measure, this would also help in cutting costs of water consumption.

13. Checking for problems and necessary repairs so as to prevent tripping of electricity in Ganga hostel

There is a recurring problem of the electricity tripping in Ganga hostel, which causes lots of inconvenience to students, especially at night-time when the electrician cant be called to do the necessary repairs.