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Lucknow University denies hostel mess fee hike, says caution money up
Lucknow University has denied reports of a hike in hostel mess fees, calling the social media buzz misleading. The apparent increase from Rs 37,738 to Rs 40,000 for boys and Rs 29,192…
The Story in Brief
Lucknow University has denied reports of a hike in hostel mess fees, calling the social media buzz misleading. The apparent increase from Rs 37,738 to Rs 40,000 for boys and Rs 29,192 to Rs 32,000 for girls includes a Rs 1,000 rise in refundable caution money, from Rs 2,000 to Rs 3,000, which will be returned when students leave, spokesperson Prof Mukul Srivastava said.
The remaining difference will be adjusted according to official rates to be approved in the new mess tender, the university said. Students unable to pay the full lump-sum fee for the current session can apply for two instalments through the Provost to the Hostel Allotment Committee, with final approval from the vice-chancellor.
The Indian Opinion
The university's clarification is welcome, but the timing invites suspicion. Announcing a lump-sum payment rule alongside a caution money revision, however refundable, puts sudden pressure on students and parents. The real test will be the new mess tender rates. Will the per-meal cost stay unchanged? Watch the official approved rates and the refund process. If the Rs 1,000 returns without hassle, fine. Otherwise, this is just a fee hike by another name, and students deserve a cleaner explanation upfront.
Source: hindustantimes.com
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