NID Ahmedabad Mess Under Scanner as Student-Led Audit Finds Hygiene, Food Quality and Safety Concerns

Students at the National Institute of Design (NID) in Ahmedabad have raised concerns about safety, cleanliness and food quality at the institute’s mess, kitchen and dining areas. The students recently called outside experts to inspect these facilities after raising complaints about different problems on the campus.

The inspection found several issues that could be harmful to students’ health and safety. The audit covered 42 different parameters related to the mess, kitchen, dining area and staff. According to the audit report, complaints were found in seven areas, while 14 issues were identified as dangerous or requiring attention.

The findings have added to concerns among students at the national institute. The issue comes at a time when student protests and complaints have also brought other major educational institutions in Gujarat into the spotlight.

External Experts Conduct Audit

The students arranged an inspection by outside experts to get an independent assessment of the conditions in the mess and kitchen. The audit looked at several aspects, including cleanliness, food, drinking water, kitchen conditions and safety arrangements.

The inspection was carried out across different areas used by students on a daily basis. The report examined 42 separate points to check whether the facilities were safe and properly maintained.

The audit found complaints in seven areas. It also pointed out 14 matters that were considered dangerous or needed serious attention. The students have used these findings to highlight their concerns about the facilities provided on the campus.

Cockroaches Found in Kitchen, Water Filter Issue

One of the major concerns mentioned in the audit was the presence of cockroaches in the kitchen. Since the kitchen is used to prepare food for students, the finding has raised questions about cleanliness and food safety.

The report also pointed out that drinking-water filters were not being replaced on time. Regular replacement of water filters is important to maintain the quality of drinking water, especially in a hostel campus where a large number of students depend on the facility every day.

Students have also complained about the quality of vegetables and other food items being served. Their concerns include the quality and overall condition of the food available through the mess.

Another issue was noticed in the cafe area. According to the students, a first-aid medical kit was not available there when the inspection was carried out. Students say that basic first-aid facilities are important in areas where a large number of people regularly gather.

Students Seek Action on Complaints

NID has a large number of students studying undergraduate and postgraduate design courses. Students from different parts of the country come to Ahmedabad to study at the institute, and many of them stay in hostels on the campus.

The students have protested and raised complaints over various issues. The external audit has now provided a detailed list of problems related to the mess, kitchen, dining area and cafe.

The students are seeking attention from the institute authorities and action to improve the facilities. They want the reported safety and hygiene concerns to be addressed so that students can get clean food, safe drinking water and proper basic medical support on campus.

An attempt was made to contact the NID Director regarding the students’ protests and the complaints raised by them. A response from the institute was awaited.