The University of Delhi (DU) has directed all its college principals, department heads, college wardens and resident tutotrs to conduct official assesments on women’s safety and security across the university campus and submit reports on identified issues by October 12, 2026 at 5 pm. This statement was issued by DU Proctor Manoj Singh after an online meeting was held on Friday with college principals, deans, directors, heads of departments, hostel provosts, wardens and resident tutors. The aim of this meeting was to discuss safety and security across the university. “Delhi University has colleges and campuses spread across the city. The objective is to first collect data on where what can be improved, so we can give the report to the LG and CM, and accordingly action for campus and women safety can be taken,” Singh said. The varsity has asked officials to prepare ensure all blind spots are identified and taken care of, non-functional lights are repaired, additional streetlights are installed in poorly illuminated areas, and CCTVs are strategically positioned to improve surveillance, the statement said. It also directed officials to prune overgrown trees obstructing natural light and address other potential safety hazards, PTI reported. The Proctor has dictated to all relevant authorities to compile and submit detailed lists, either in hard copy or digital format by 5 pm on October 12. This report should list all specific issues related to women’s safety and infrastructure. “This initiative aims to facilitate the prompt identificationof these concerns and to address them systematically, fostering a safer environment for all members of the university community,” the statement added. It was also suggested in the meeting that there should be an increase in the police presence near colleges and hostels, including the deployment of dedicated surveillance teams at strategic locations. Representatives also suggested setting up additional pink booths for women and enhancing the operations of the Vamika police van, known for its rapid-response capabilities. Additionally, the Women’s Safety helpline numbers 1091 and 112 would be prominently displayed and effectively communicated across college and campus premises. Gender sensitisation workshops in collaboration with the Delhi Police, will also be organised. Deeksha Teri is currently working as an Assistant Editor at Times Now (Digital), and is primarily covering education and policy from New Delhi, which ... View More