ABOUT US
Women empowerment comes only through education which develops the ability to think , analyse and take action. In order to encourage women to pursue higher studies and support the growth of society, the university of Delhi decided in 1970 to provide a residential institution,it was named as Post Graduate Women’s Hostel, which was later renamed as University Hostel for Women.
This first hall of residence for women was started during the Vice-chancellorship of Prof. Swarup Singh under the chairmanship and provostship of Prof. K.B. Rohatgi (Dean, Faculty of Law) and Prof. Mrs. Sumati Mutatkar (Dept. Of Music) respectively.
UHW Hostel was gestated to provide “A home away from home” to women scholars. Scholars across the globe reside at UHW.The idea was to have “a no profit no loss” structure where women of all the classes and masses could find an affordable residence.
Today UHW provides accommodation to post graduates and research scholars of more than 55 Departments across the Faculties of University of Delhi.
Initially the hostel had only two residential blocks, namely north and south. Approximately 150 students were accomodated. With more women pursuing higher education, the demand for accommodation accelerated as UHW was the only women’s Hostel during those days. Thus two more blocks were added and blocks were renamed as A,B,C and D. With addition of new blocks, the Hostel expanded into a residence hall with 260 rooms. In November 1998,another floor was added to the A block, increasing the number of rooms upto 275.
At present ,along with 275 rooms,UHW campus encompasses a Common Room, a Visitor Room, a Mess, a Medical Room, a Multipurpose Hall, a Reading Area, a Laundry Area, a Badminton Court and a Open Gym. The Hostel is also PwD friendly with provision of ramps and a PWD friendly Rest room.
UHW is situated in the heart of the University of Delhi. It is at walking distance for most of the Departments and Faculties.It is 500 meters from the Vishwavidyalaya Metro Station. DU Utility Centre (DU SBI Bank branch, Railway reservation counter,ICICI Bank branch and Kendriya Bhandaar)is located in close proximity of the Hostel.
The smooth official working of the UHW and comfortable environment for the residents is ensured through a team of approximately 25 permanent and Contractual staff members.The staff of UHW is dedicated to the cause of women education and empowerment for which the Provost,Warden and RT are entrusted with the respective duties as laid down under the University Ordinances.
Presently, the team discharging the administrative duties at UHW is:
- Manisha Choudhary, Dept of History (Provost)
- Bhupesh Rathore, Dept. Of Law,LCII (Warden)
- Sanjeewani Sehgal, Cluster Innovation Center (RT)
UHWians take pride in its team that comprises of Authorities, staff and residents. The young residents are the prime members of UHW family and they are the key to maintain the vibrant and lively culture of the prime Hall of University of Delhi. Throughout the year,UHW family celebrates many events and festivals, which are a joint forum for all the members to come forth and showcase their talents. Last, but not the least, UHW is maintaining its healthy environment and premium status as a residence Hall due to the efforts put in by the managing committee duly appointed and working diligently under the leadership of Vice Chancellor, Prof. Yogesh Singh.