Jadavpur University in Kolkata is set to receive a boost in its internet connectivity, thanks to the West Bengal government’s approval of INR 2.32 crore ($312,000) for the project. According to JU registrar Snehamanju Basu, the funds will be primarily used for the installation of WiFi facilities in various buildings and departments. The state-owned West Bengal Electronics Industry Development Corporation will be in charge of the project.
The upgrade in internet connectivity is bound to come as a relief to the university’s students and faculty, who have been saddled with subpar internet services in recent years. With the installation of WiFi hotspots across various campus buildings and departments, JU’s community will be able to enjoy faster and more reliable internet services.
The COVID-19 pandemic has also led to a significant shift towards online education, making it even more crucial for universities to have adequate internet connectivity. The upgrade will enable JU to adapt to the changing times and offer more online education opportunities to its students.
The move has been welcomed by stakeholders, who hope that it will bring the university up to par with top institutions worldwide. Other universities across India are likely to follow suit as they seek to provide their students with state-of-the-art educational facilities.
It remains to be seen how the project will be implemented and how it will impact the university’s academic community in the long run. However, the approval of the funds is certainly a step in the right direction.
Overall, JU’s upgrade in internet connectivity is a welcome development that will benefit students and faculty alike, and we can only hope that more universities across the country will follow suit.
