For the second year in a row, outstation students coming to Mumbai University for higher studies are going to face accommodation issues. Reason: Karmavir Bhaurao Patil Boys' Hostel on Kalina campus is likely to remain unusable for another academic year. The hostel, which can accommodate 150-odd students, was closed for repairs and scheduled to open from this academic year. The repair work, however, was stalled for a long time, and hence, it is unlikely that it will be ready to use anytime soon.

Sitting ducks
The hostel that housed students of masters courses or PhD was in a completely dismal condition. There was a constant threat of fire and short circuit due to open electric wires hanging in the corridors, and of students getting injured due to falling portions of walls and ceiling every now and then. mid-day had reported about the poor living conditions at the hostel and how students' lives were at risk.