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MANUU Rejects PPP Land Deal Amidst Controversy
9 Jan
Summary
- University officials opposed a 30-year public-private partnership for land use.
- Concerns over private entity access and long-term university interests were cited.
- Plans included an AI data centre and a medical college on 30 acres.
Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) has recently opposed proposals for a significant public-private partnership (PPP) involving a 50-acre land parcel. Senior university officials confirmed that deliberations on developing a portion of the land for an AI data centre and a medical college were halted due to concerns about granting private entities long-term access.
The decision followed a review by a high-ranking panel, which concluded that such an agreement, potentially lasting over 30 years, would not align with the institution's best interests. While some saw potential benefits in a new hospital and medical college for staff and students, the majority voiced apprehension regarding the implications of extended private involvement.
Despite the rejection of these specific PPP proposals, MANUU officials indicated that other utilization plans for the land are being discussed, including the construction of hostels and additional university infrastructure. The university is currently navigating a show-cause notice from the Telangana government regarding the land parcel.
