Savitribai Phule Pune University Approves Wage Hike and New Projects
SPPU clears wage hike, insurance plan, ₹50,000 faculty pay, dance complex project
Hindustan Times
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Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) has approved several initiatives to enhance student welfare and academic standards, including a wage increase for students and faculty. The hourly wage under the 'Earn and Learn' scheme will rise from ₹55 to ₹65, and the monthly pay for contract faculty will increase to ₹50,000. Additionally, funds have been allocated for a new dance complex and student insurance.
- 01Hourly wage for students under the 'Earn and Learn' scheme increased from ₹55 to ₹65.
- 02Monthly pay for contract faculty raised to ₹50,000 to attract qualified educators.
- 03₹40 lakh allocated for renewing the Student Accident Insurance Scheme for the 2026-27 academic year.
- 04Approval for a new dance complex on campus to promote performing arts.
- 05Committee formed to address examination-related issues.
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The Management Council of Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) has approved a series of measures aimed at enhancing student welfare and academic standards. A significant change includes raising the hourly wage for students participating in the 'Earn and Learn' scheme from ₹55 to ₹65, which will add an estimated ₹1 crore to the university's budget. Additionally, the monthly pay for contract faculty has been increased from ₹40,000 to ₹50,000 to attract and retain quality educators. The council also allocated ₹40 lakh to renew the Student Accident Insurance Scheme for the 2026-27 academic year, ensuring student safety. Furthermore, a new dance complex will be established on campus, promoting interaction between renowned artists and performing arts students, under a CSR initiative by the Indian Classical Dance Promotion Institute. SPPU Vice-Chancellor Suresh Gosavi emphasized the university's commitment to balancing student welfare, academic excellence, and cultural enrichment.
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These initiatives will alleviate financial burdens on students and improve the quality of education at SPPU. The wage hike will provide students with better financial support, while enhanced faculty pay is expected to attract skilled educators.
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