4.1. Physical Facilities
4.1.1. The Institution has adequate infrastructure and other facilities for
- Teaching – learning, viz., classrooms, laboratories, computing equipment etc.
- ICT – enabled facilities such as smart class, LMS etc., Facilities for Cultural and sports activities, yoga centre, games (indoor and outdoor), Gymnasium, auditorium etc.
The PPN (PG) College, located at the heart of the city, is one of the premier educational institutions of Kanpur Nagar. The college is providing education in 19 courses in 13 postgraduate and 20 undergraduate subjects in different streams viz., Science, Arts, and Commerce. There are total 39 classrooms and 23 laboratories in 18 different departments of the college. The classrooms and laboratories of various departments are spacious and well ventilated. All the laboratories are well equipped with necessary instruments for smooth functioning of the practical classes. All the departments are facilitated with computers having internet facility via LAN and scanners and printers. The entire college campus is Wi-Fi enabled. CCTV cameras are installed in the classrooms for regular monitoring of the classes. The college has a large central library, an e- library and departmental libraries which together ensures ample availability of standard books for almost all the students of the college. The central library has a spacious reading room and the membership of the UGC N-list Programs. The college possess a beautiful botanical garden with different varieties of plants for the purpose of scientific research, conservation, display, and education. The Department of Zoology owns a zoological museum having huge collection of specimens belonging to the different phyla of the animal kingdom.
The college possess 3 semi-smart classrooms for effective learning which help students to develop new skills and improve academic performances. The college owns a central computer laboratory with adequate internet facility, accessible for students and teachers, for teaching learning and research purpose. The various departments of the college e.g. Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, and Botany are facilitated with LCD Projectors and Panaboards for interactive and effective teaching learning purpose. The Department of Psychology & Geography have their own LCD projectors and BBA & BCA have Panaboards for the above mentioned purpose.
The college provides ample sports facilities viz., large green playground, Basketball court, Volleyball court, Badminton court and Table-Tennis court to the students. The college playground is used to conduct many outdoor games like Cricket, Football, Kabaddi, Kho-Kho etc. The Department of Physical Education also provides the facility for various indoor games like Taekwondo, Judo, Chess and Table tennis. The college also utilizes playground of nearby colleges for organizing various tournaments occasionally. To conduct seminar, symposia, cultural programs and extracurricular activities such as organizing quiz, poster, speech competition the college possess a well maintained air-conditioned auditorium. A medical cell is operational in the college to provide first aid to the students and staff in case of any medical emergency. The college possesses a Happiness and Well-being centre which aids in providing healthy atmosphere, necessary for personality developments of the students. In addition to this, the college campus also keeps a branch of Development Co-operative Bank to provide banking facilities to the students and college staff.
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4.1.2. Percentage of expenditure, excluding salary for infrastructure augmentation during last five years (INR in Lakhs).
Year | 2018-19 | 2019-20 | 2020-21 | 2021-22 | 2022-23 |
Amount | 1.08468 | 0.34923 | 1.21623 | 1.36993 | 4.26148 |
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4.2. Library as a Learning Resource
4.2.1. Library automation using Integrated Library Management System (ILMS), subscription to e-resources including provision of links to OER repositories, amount spent on purchase of books, journals and usage of library.
The Libraries are referred to as the heart of colleges and universities, as well as the soul of civilization. Libraries serve as repositories of knowledge, society, culture, and the accumulated wisdom of scholars, educators, thinkers, scientists, and philosophers across various disciplines. It is essential for a library to not only possess relevant books but also employ trained and knowledgeable personnel who understand the value of books as legacies and heritage of previous knowledge.
The Central library of PPN College was established on August 1, 1959, alongside the inception of the college. Initially starting in a small room with limited books and shelves, it has grown into an impressive collection of 74986 books covering diverse subjects. The library also subscribes to annual Journals, 08 daily Newspapers, and 07 Magazines encompassing various fields of interest.
The College is highly regarded for its extensive collection of books and study materials catering to undergraduate, postgraduate, and research-level students. With approximately 74,986 titles, including reference books, textbooks, journals, and magazines, the library offers a wide range of resources. Additionally it provides free internet access and reprographic services for both staff and students.
The book borrowing privileges vary between undergraduate and postgraduate students. Undergraduates can borrow up to two books at a time using their library cards, while postgraduates can utilize this service through their respective departmental libraries. A dedicated reading room is also available where students can study during their free hours.
Since 2006, department libraries have been established for undergraduate departments, enabling students to borrow books from both the central library and their respective department libraries. The current management of the central library consists of Dr. D. K. Saxena as Librarian and Mr. Satyendra Shankar Shukla as Cataloguer. The library's operations are overseen by a committee comprising Prof. Anoop Kumar Singh (Principal), Prof. A. K. Gupta (Convener), and department library in-charges of postgraduate departments.
Since 2008 the college library has membership of N-List by INFLIBNET under the scheme of U.G.C. It provides 20 Login IDs the libraries which are given to Incharges of the P.G. Departments. By this resource of N-List Teachers and Research scholars can have access to 01 lakhs e-books and more than 10000 e-journals.
The facilities offered by the library include a spacious reading room, segregated for boys and girls, accommodating around 100 students. An e-library has been established to facilitate access to scholastic materials and provide 15 seating spaces for students. The e-library is connected to various other libraries and academic vendors. High-speed broadband internet has been available since 2005, initially through the National Mission of Education through Information and Communication Technology. However, due to declining internet speed quality, the college switched to a private internet service provider, now offering 100 Mbps speed. The library has also implemented an open public access catalogue (OPAC) through a web-based system, enabling users to go through the catalogue.
Future plans include implementing inter-library loan facilities and providing audio-visual study resources to students. Additionally, 10 postgraduate departments have been equipped with broadband internet connectivity.
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4.3. IT Infrastructure
4.3.1. Institution frequently updates its IT facilities and provides sufficient bandwidth for internet connection.
The infusion of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) into the educational landscape of the college has ushered in a multitude of benefits for students. Academically, students have gained access to a wealth of online resources, interactive learning platforms, and digital libraries, enhancing their research capabilities and academic performance. The availability of high-speed internet connectivity has facilitated seamless online learning, enabling students to engage in virtual classrooms, webinars, and collaborative projects.
The National Mission on Education through Information and Communication Technology (NMEICT) scheme, initiated by the GoI, ensures continuous Internet in the country. The scheme offers a 75% subsidy from the Indian government, with the remaining 25% to be borne by universities opting for this facility. This scheme has benefited students, teachers, and staff at PPN College Kanpur.
In 2010, PPN College Kanpur implemented the scheme, providing 10 Internet connections distributed among college departments. These connections facilitated faculty, undergraduate, and postgraduate students, proving internet for study materials and research. Subsequently, 10 more connections were added, contributing to the effective functioning of the program.
From 2010 to 2019, the scheme operated smoothly. However, in 2020, due to discrepancies, the college discontinued services under the scheme. On August 25, 2020, two internet connections were obtained from a local vendor to resume broadband services, restoring connectivity across all 20 departments and supporting the college's continuous progress.
Recognizing the need for high-speed connectivity, Den Broadband Company consistently provides internet services to most college departments. Efforts are underway to convert this connectivity to leased lines in the future. The college's commitment to embracing ICT has enriched the academic experience, empowering students to navigate the evolving education and employment landscape confidently.
The PPN College in Kanpur initiated the BSNL Internet Data Home Plan 256 Kbps date 22.7.2005 with DD number 052927, amounting to INR 8816.For the year 2007, renewal was done through cheque number 13123034, amounting to INR 8818, dated 28.2.2007 which continued till February 2009. The details are given in the table.
On 21 August 2009, through letter number 110nof16_3 16/2009, the Joint Secretary, Lucknow, informed about the installation of 10 internet connections of 512 kbps each in the state's degree colleges under
On 3.1.2011, payment of INR 12,409 was made for 20 internet connections in the college and payment for these 20 internet connections, with cheque numbers 329943 and 329944 dated 3.1.2011, amounted to INR 24,818 which continued till 2017.
On 23.11.2017, it was revealed through a letter from BSNL New Delhi, Lr No 72-084 /14 – BB that the 25% subsidy provided by the central government to the college under the above scheme was discontinued. Therefore, in 2018, out of 20 connections, only 6 were renewed with cheque number 52556 dated 10.1.2018, amounting to INR 35,400.
Due to the lack of speed and connectivity in the connections, two new internet connections were renewed in place of 6, with cheque number 527879 dated 25.2.2019, amounting to INR 9,320. In February 2019, two additional connections with connection number 204 dated 22.2.2019 were taken from the local internet provider Kanpur, costing INR 3,000 each for 100 Mbps.
Currently various departments of the college are operating four internet connections at a speed of 100 Mbps each through the local provider Mahaveer Cable Operator Kanpur. The details of the expenses are given in the table.
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4.3.2. Student – Computer ratio (Data for the latest completed academic year).
4.3.2.1 Number of Computers available for students using the latest academic year= 3193 : 52
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4.4. Maintenance of Campus Infrastructure
4.4.1. Percentage of expenditure incurred on maintenance of infrastructure (physical and academic support facilities) excluding salary component during the last five years (INR in Lakhs).
Year | 2018-19 | 2019-20 | 2020-21 | 2021-22 | 2022-23 |
Number | 4.3460 | 3.3970 | 2.5378 | 2.7980 | 6.5009 |
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