Mumbai University’s heritage gem, the Rajabai Clock Tower and the library it houses may soon be open to visits by tourists and heritage enthusiasts. A request by the varsity senate members was submitted on Wednesday to the state’s Tourism Minister Aaditya Thackeray.

The over 140-year-old structure located in Mumbai University’s Fort campus was included in the list of World Heritage Sites in 2018. It has been a site of interest for many history, architecture and culture enthusiasts but remains closed for visits. Senate members, however, believe that visits could help build the university’s image and bring revenue.