Delhi: DUAC seeks revisions to JNU lecture hall, e-learning plans

JNU’s proposed lecture hall complex has parking for 66 equivalent car spaces, all at ground level; its planned centre for e-learning and incubation has 59. The Delhi Urban Art Commission (DUAC) has asked the Central Public Works Department to reconsider both designs before seeking further approval.

At its October 15 meeting, DUAC said the lecture hall proposal needed better assembly areas, corridors and exits so students and faculty can move safely during lecture changeovers. It found insufficient space for students to wait or gather between classes.

The commission also said surface parking could shrink open and landscaped areas and affect stormwater management. It suggested exploring basement or stilt parking instead.

For both projects, DUAC flagged mismatches between architectural drawings and 3D views, as well as scanned documents it found too poor for proper assessment. It sought plans for air-conditioning and chiller systems, concealed plumbing and rainwater pipes, DG sets, toilets, guard houses, electrical substations and pump rooms.

The architects have been asked to address the observations and submit revised designs. For the e-learning centre, DUAC also sought details of a proposed parking pergola and said façade artwork should be shifted to eye-level or landscaped locations, subject to approval.