ABVP highlights DUSU achievements as tenure ends
The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) on Tuesday presented a detailed account of its year-long tenure during a press conference, outlining achievements and reaffirming its commitment to student welfare across Delhi University.
Among the highlights cited by ABVP were the full implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP), the introduction of the four-year undergraduate programme and the establishment of East and West campuses. The student body also pointed to the launch of a centralised hostel allocation system, strengthening of the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC), and progress made on the “One Course – One Fee” policy. The ABVP further underlined its resistance to fee hikes and its opposition to the proposed Rs 1 lakh bond and attempts to introduce indirect elections.
According to the union, 4,248 student grievances were resolved over the past year, with many more addressed through campus campaigns. Additional efforts included advocating for a Rent Control Act, initiating University special bus services and organising the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Law Internship, which saw the participation of over 250 students.
Women’s safety and empowerment were underscored as a key focus area. Initiatives included the launch of the 24×7 Vamika Helpline, the deployment of women PCR vans and self-defence training programmes under Mission Sahasi. The Ritumati Abhiyan, an outreach on menstrual health, reached over 250 localities where sanitary pads were distributed and vending machines reinstalled in colleges.
DUSU Secretary Mitravinda Karanwal expressed satisfaction with the year’s work, stating, “Today marks the formal conclusion of our tenure and we are satisfied that we fulfilled most of our promises. The centralised hostel allocation system, effective implementation of the ICC, progress on the One Course – One Fee policy and resisting arbitrary fee hikes have been our biggest achievements. Our commitment is to continue fighting for every student-centric issue in the future and not bow down until solutions are achieved.”
DUSU vice-president Bhanu Pratap Singh added, “This tenure is proof that a students’ union is not confined to paper achievements but can become a real voice on the ground. We take pride in giving voice to students’ aspirations and compelling the administration to take welfare-oriented decisions.”
ABVP national secretary Shivangi Kharwal described the year as one of “student welfare, service and struggle,” adding that Mission Sahasi and the Ritumati Abhiyan had not only ensured safety but also promoted health awareness among female students.
Delhi state secretary Sarthak Sharma said, “The past year proves that only an organisation-based students’ union can truly become the voice of students.”
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