For many students, staying in the university hostels is more than just about having a place to sleep — it is an experience that shapes their entire campus journey. From Hall 1 to Hall 3, down to the NDDC and Keystone hostels, life in these spaces is often filled with stories of friendship, struggle, creativity, and survival. Yet, alongside the excitement of hostel life come several challenges that students continue to face daily.
One of the most pressing issues is overcrowding. With limited bed spaces compared to the large number of students seeking accommodation, hostels are often filled beyond capacity. Rooms designed for four students sometimes end up accommodating six or more, leading to discomfort and reduced privacy. The result is that students struggle to manage space, share limited facilities, and cope with noise.
Another challenge is the state of basic amenities. Students regularly report erratic water supply, poor lighting, or damaged bathroom facilities. In some hostels, long queues for water in the mornings are a common sight, and at night, inadequate lighting in corridors raises security concerns. The situation can be frustrating, especially for freshers who are experiencing hostel life for the first time and expect smoother conditions.
However, hostel life isn’t all negative. It remains a hub for connection and growth. Many lifelong friendships are built in these hostels, and students learn important skills such as patience, tolerance, and problem-solving by living with people from diverse backgrounds. Late-night study sessions, group cooking, hostel parties, and even “night class walks” often begin from these same hostels, giving students cherished memories that last beyond graduation.
Student leaders and hostel executives have continued to advocate for improvements, calling on the university to invest in better facilities and ensure regular maintenance. Suggestions such as increasing security patrols, upgrading water systems, and reducing overcrowding are becoming louder each academic session. If addressed, these changes would make hostel life not only more comfortable but also more secure for every resident.
In the end, the hostels represent both the challenges and resilience of campus life. While they may sometimes test the patience of students, they also create an environment where bonds are formed, lessons are learned, and stories are made. For those in Hall 1, 2, 3, NDDC, Keystone, and beyond, the hostel remains more than a building — it is a true community within the campus.
