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India Today
02-08-2025
- General
- India Today
Delhi University teachers slam 12-hour college timing as anti-student, anti-teacher
The University of Delhi has formally announced new working hours for its colleges, stating that all institutions under its umbrella must now operate between 8 am and 8 July 31 notification follows discussions during the Executive Council meeting held on July directive has drawn sharp criticism from faculty members across colleges, who argue that the extended hours will negatively impact both staff and students, particularly in terms of safety, workload, and This change comes just ahead of the new academic session, which marks the first intake of fourth-year students under the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP).FACULTY CALLS DECISION 'DRACONIAN'The notification states that the decision aims to ensure "optimal utilisation of infrastructure and human resources."It mandates that teaching and administrative staff be deployed in staggered shifts and that senior regular faculty members take responsibility for guiding fourth-year required, colleges are advised to appoint guest faculty members to handle classes, especially for first-year many professors feel this is an unfair shift in expectations. Rudrashish Chakraborty, an associate professor at Kirori Mal College, strongly criticised the move."8 am to 8 pm schedule of the colleges has now got an official stamp of approval from the university, thereby forcing the colleges to adopt such a draconian, anti-teacher and anti-student notification," he added that faculty members are now expected to work even though 'there is no space for teachers to sit and work', and warned of the safety risks involved in commuting during late AND INFRASTRUCTURE AT THE CORE OF OPPOSITIONAbha Dev Habib, a faculty member from Miranda House, also questioned the practicality of the university's raised concerns about the quality of education first-year students would receive if colleges resort to hiring less experienced or guest lecturers to manage the increased teaching load."This is no way to welcome a new batch into a university or discipline," she criticism reflects broader concerns that Delhi University is prioritising scheduling over student welfare and teaching rising enrolments and the rollout of FYUP, many educators believe that improvements in infrastructure and staffing should precede such sweeping changes to academic university is yet to respond directly to the backlash.(With inputs from PTI)- Ends
NDTV
02-08-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Delhi University's New Timings Slammed As "Anti-Teacher, Anti-Student"
New Delhi: The Delhi University has officially notified that its colleges and institutions are expected to function from 8 am to 8 pm for "optimal utilisation" of resources. The July 31 directive said the decision was taken after deliberations in the Executive Council meeting on July 12. The order comes ahead of the session, which for the first time includes students entering the fourth year under the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP). The expansion has raised concerns among faculty about infrastructure and manpower constraints. "In order to achieve this and to ensure availability of faculty and staff during the period, the deployment of faculty and staff be staggered," the notification stated. It said that senior regular faculty members should be given the responsibility of teaching and guiding fourth-year students, and guest faculty may be deployed wherever necessary. Rudrashish Chakraborty, an associate professor at Kirori Mal College, denounced the order. "8 am to 8 pm schedule of the colleges has now got an official stamp of approval from the University, thereby forcing the colleges to adopt such a draconian, anti-teacher and anti-student notification," he said. He said the order mandates teachers work "even if there is no space for teachers to sit and work" and ignores the safety concerns of teachers and students commuting at odd hours. Abha Dev Habib, a faculty member from Miranda House, questioned the logic behind the order, which potentially pushes first-year teaching to guest or less experienced faculty. "This is no way to welcome a new batch into a university or discipline," she said.
News18
01-08-2025
- Politics
- News18
DU Admissions: Over 55% Opt for Four-Year UG Courses, VC Says As Per Expectation
Last Updated: According to DU Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh, around 31,004 of around 71,000 eligible students have opted for the fourth year. Over 55 per cent of Delhi University students have opted to continue with their fourth year under the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP) as the new academic session begins on August 1. According to DU Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh, approximately 31,004 out of around 71,000 eligible students have chosen to pursue the fourth year, indicating that more than 55 per cent have decided to take the optional final year. 'It is as per our expectations. We expected the same kind of numbers. We are all prepared for this new beginning," Singh told PTI. The FYUP, introduced under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, allows students to exit after one, two, or three years with a certificate, diploma, or degree, respectively. Those who complete the fourth year receive an 'Honours with Research' degree, emphasizing research, entrepreneurship, and skill-based learning. Singh, who previously described the fourth year as a 'game changer," stated, 'This is the first time the focus is on research, entrepreneurship and skill." While the university views the continuation rate positively, some teachers' associations and educationists have voiced concerns about the programme's structure. Addressing these concerns, the VC reassured, 'Don't worry. If facilities are not available, they will be created. It is in the interest of our students." He also assured students and parents that the university has made all necessary arrangements for both first-year students and those entering the fourth year, the PTI report added. 'It is a matter of happiness that one of the country's best higher education institutions is going to start another academic year. We will welcome our students with open arms," he added. Meanwhile, following the first round of CSAS 2025 counselling, 62,565 UG seats at Delhi University were filled, accounting for nearly 88 per cent of the total UG capacity. Of these, 34,014 seats were secured by female candidates, while 28,551 were taken by male candidates. In total, 16,126 candidates had frozen their admission, while 43,741 have opted for an upgrade. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
01-08-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
Delhi University sees 55% of freshers opt for newly introduced fourth year under FYUP
The Delhi University on Friday began its new academic session, welcoming both first-year students and those entering the fourth year under the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP), which is being implemented in full for the first time. This year, Delhi University has 71,624 undergraduate seats across 79 programmes in 69 colleges.(HT File Photo) While orientation programmes were held across several colleges to guide freshers, over 55 per cent of eligible students have opted to continue into the newly introduced fourth year. According to DU Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh, 31,004 of the approximately 71,000 students eligible for the fourth year have opted out, indicating that more than 55 per cent have chosen to pursue the optional final year under FYUP. "We have made all possible arrangements for teaching and learning for the new students as well as for the students who will enter the fourth year for the first time," VC Singh told PTI. "I want to assure our students that no one should be worried about anything," he added. This year, Delhi University has 71,624 undergraduate seats across 79 programmes in 69 colleges.
Indian Express
01-08-2025
- General
- Indian Express
New academic session begins at Delhi University
The Delhi University on Friday began its new academic session, welcoming both first-year students and those entering the fourth year under the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP), which is being implemented in full for the first time. While orientation programmes were held across several colleges to guide freshers, over 55 per cent of eligible students have opted to continue into the newly introduced fourth year. According to DU Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh, 31,004 of the approximately 71,000 students eligible for the fourth year have opted out, indicating that more than 55 per cent have chosen to pursue the optional final year under FYUP. 'We have made all possible arrangements for teaching and learning for the new students as well as for the students who will enter the fourth year for the first time,' VC Singh told PTI. 'I want to assure our students that no one should be worried about anything,' he added. This year, Delhi University has 71,624 undergraduate seats across 79 programmes in 69 colleges.
