Minister Chandrakant (Dada) Patil reviews development works at Ismail Yusuf College
Mumbai, November 2026: Higher and Technical Education Minister Chandrakant Dada Patil has directed officials to expedite action on various development proposals to ensure that students receive quality educational facilities and safe accommodation in colleges.
Minister Patil visited Ismail Yusuf College of Arts, Science and Commerce in Jogeshwari and inspected its premises. He conducted a detailed review of various development works, expansion of infrastructure, construction of a girls' hostel and facilities being provided to students.
During the inspection, Member of Parliament Ravindra Waikar, MLA Anant (Bala) Nar, Higher and Technical Education Department Deputy Secretary Ashok Mande, Joint Director Dr Archana Borhade, Joint Director Rupesh Raut, the college principal, teachers, staff members and concerned officials were present.
The review covered proposals for the repair and renovation of the college building, construction of a sports complex, installation of a grand 150-foot-high national flag on the college premises and construction of a new hostel for female students.
Taking into account the growing demand for accommodation among female students, Minister Patil directed the concerned officials to prepare and submit a revised plan for the proposed hostel, which will have a capacity of 320 students.
He also instructed officials to take necessary steps to increase the number of sanitation workers to strengthen cleanliness and hygiene arrangements on the college campus.
During the visit, Minister Patil also inspected the college canteen, had breakfast with students and interacted with them. He directed the concerned authorities to ensure that students are provided with nutritious, good-quality and hygienic breakfast at the canteen.
