College Development Committee (CDC)

The College Development Committee (CDC) is a statutory body formed under Section 85 of the Maharashtra Universities Act, 1994. Its primary role is to oversee the academic and administrative progress of the institution. The CDC convenes every six months to assess the institute’s development. As per the Maharashtra Public Universities Act, 2016, Section 97(1), effective from August 2017, the committee ensures the successful implementation of educational objectives, evaluates achievements, and provides recommendations to improve academics, infrastructure, and addresses any grievances raised by teaching and non-teaching staff.

Objectives:

1. Develop a comprehensive plan for the college’s growth, focusing on academic, administrative, and infrastructural improvements, while promoting excellence in curricular, co-curricular, and extracurricular activities.
2. Decide on the college’s teaching programs and academic calendar and suggest new courses or the need for additional teaching and administrative staff to the management.
3. Make recommendations to the management to enhance research culture, consultancy services, and extension activities within the college.
4. Propose specific strategies to the management to promote academic collaborations, strengthen teaching and research, and encourage the integration of information and communication technology in education.
5. Prepare the annual budget and financial statements for the college and present these to the management for approval.
6. Offer suggestions on student and staff welfare programs within the college.
7. Organize key annual events such as the college’s annual day, sports day, and cultural events.
8. Advise the administration on necessary measures concerning discipline, safety, and security within the campus.

 Meeting Frequency: Twice per academic year.

 College Development Committee (CDC)