Delhi School of Economics: A Legacy Under Threat from Real Estate Development
The Faculty of Management Studies is expanding onto the DSE campus lawns, sparking concerns among alumni, professors, and students.
Delhi School Of EconomicsFaculty Of Management StudiesDelhi UniversityReal Estate DevelopmentAcademic FreedomReal EstateAug 14, 2024
The FMS is adjacent to the DSE campus, with a fence separating the two. A new FMS building is set to come up on the Lecture Theatre (LT) lawns near DSE's Agriculture Economics Research Centre. This move has sparked concerns among alumni, professors, and students, who fear that the construction will erode the open spaces and the character of the DSE campus.
Sen's decision to boycott the celebrations is a significant one. In a letter to the current director of the DSE, Ram Singh, Sen expressed his disappointment and frustration with the university authorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the controversy surrounding the construction on the DSE campus?
The controversy surrounds the expansion of the Faculty of Management Studies (FMS) onto the DSE campus lawns, which has sparked concerns among alumni, professors, and students about the erosion of open spaces and the character of the DSE campus.
Who is Partha Sen and why did he decline to join the DSE's Diamond Jubilee celebrations?
Partha Sen is the former director of the DSE. He declined to join the celebrations because of the recent construction activities on the premises, which he believes are compromising the open spaces and academic freedom of the institution.
What is the significance of the LT lawns on the DSE campus?
The LT lawns are an important part of the university commons and provide a safe and welcoming space for students and teachers from all departments and colleges.
Who signed the petition against the construction on the DSE campus?
The petition was signed by 248 people, including 56 current and former faculty members, 29 research scholars, and 163 postgraduate students of DSE, as well as prominent economists and academics such as Jean Dreze and Santosh Panda.
What is the impact of the construction on the DSE campus?
The construction is expected to erode the open spaces and compromise the safety and accessibility of the campus, as well as undermine the academic freedom and character of the institution.
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