Reopening Of Colleges: Higher Education Minister Held Discussions With Vice-Chancellors In Maharashtra

Pune, 2nd February 2021: The possibility of decision for reopening of colleges in the state has increased as higher education minister Uday Samant held discussion with vice-chancellors on Monday. There might be a decision to reopen the colleges from the upcoming week, officials said.

Maharashtra: Colleges, Universities To Reopen From February 15, Hostels To Remain Closed

Students are taking online classes since the last six to seven months. But it is difficult to get practical experience especially for students studying vocational courses. Therefore there is a demand to reopen the colleges. Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) had decided to reopen the colleges from 11th January 2021, but they had to take back the decision due to pressure from the state government.

Last week, 20 vice-chancellors from the state interacted with Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari and demanded him to grant permission to reopen the colleges. Many student associations have also demanded it.

Maharashtra: Colleges, Universities To Reopen From February 15, Hostels To Remain Closed