Delhi Govt Approves ₹1,668 Crore Campus for Ambedkar University in Dheerpur
The Delhi government has approved the construction of a new campus for Dr B R Ambedkar University Delhi in Dheerpur, at an estimated cost of ₹1,668 crore, according to an official announcement. The approval was granted by the Expenditure Finance Committee, chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta.
The proposed campus, located in north Delhi's Dheerpur, will be developed on nearly 20 hectares and is expected to accommodate about 8,000 students. In the first phase, academic facilities will be created for 5,400 students.
The project includes hostel accommodation for 840 students, residential facilities for faculty and staff, academic blocks, a central library, administrative buildings, student amenities, sports infrastructure, and parking facilities. A 2,500-seat auditorium will also be constructed as part of the project.
The meeting approving the proposal was attended by Public Works Department Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh, Education Minister Ashish Sood, and senior government officials. The Public Works Department will undertake further implementation-related procedures.
Chief Minister Gupta said the project would significantly strengthen higher education infrastructure in Delhi and provide students access to world-class academic facilities. 'Education is the strongest foundation of any developed society, and the Delhi government is continuously working to create better educational opportunities for young people,' she said. She added that the Dheerpur campus would not only increase the university's capacity but also establish a modern, inclusive, and sustainable academic environment.
The campus has been planned as a green facility and is proposed to be developed according to GRIHA 5-Star standards. It will incorporate renewable energy sources, including solar and geothermal energy, along with rainwater harvesting, wastewater recycling, and advanced water conservation systems.
Officials said the project has already secured key statutory clearances, including approvals from the Delhi Urban Art Commission and the Delhi Fire Service.
Describing the approval as a milestone for higher education in the city, Gupta said the government's objective was not merely to create new academic buildings but to establish institutions that promote quality education, research, innovation, and holistic development. 'The new Dheerpur campus will offer a modern, inclusive, and sustainable learning environment, helping students prepare more effectively for future challenges and opportunities,' she said.
The chief minister added that the government is committed to strengthening educational infrastructure to ensure that every young person in the city has access to quality higher education and opportunities for growth.
