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BEST PRACTICE I
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BEST PRACTICE I

Best Practice 1

Student Consumer Store: A Passage for Educative Material Rhythming Academic Assistance

Objective

The institution has own unique milestone in the form of Student Consumer Store. The primary goal of ‘Indira Mahavidyalaya Student Consumer Store’ is to ensure college students to have access to essential supplies within the college campus. The underlying principle of this practice is to alleviate the financial burden on students as well as save their valuable time which they would have lost in travelling to buy academic supplies from town. Moreover, collegian shopping habits are shaped and make the young consumers budget-conscious within campus life.

 

The Context

The Store was established in 1985, to avoid the hardships, challenges and the economic diversity within the rural student. The essentials like record books, assignment books, and uniforms plays pivotal role for academic success. The steep prices of these items in external markets creates exacerbate disparities and financial strain among students. Hence, the institution's initiative aims to bridge this gap by offering discounted rates for essential supplies. By implementing such measures, the institution not only eases financial burdens but also saves students valuable time spent on sourcing these items elsewhere. This approach fosters a sense of community and identity within the college, enriching students' academic experiences and instilling pride in their affiliation. Thus, a holistic strategy ensures equitable access and enhances the overall college journey for all students.

 

The Practice

The "Consumer Store," has active governing body inclusively staff and student representative without any remuneration stands as a hallmark of our institution. The students have the opportunity of learning the various dimensions of consumer experiences, trade practices. It functions as on-campus outlet, offering essential college items at notably reduced prices compared to commercial alternatives. This distinct initiative in the landscape of Indian higher education lies in its direct response to the financial hurdles encountered by students, particularly those hailing from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.

 

Evidence of Success

Through strategic partnerships and diligent procurement practices, it strives to provide goods at low rates, ensuring accessibility for all students. Consequently, students expressed gratitude for the initiative, acknowledging its significant impact on their academic journey and financial well-being. The widespread praise and commendation from both students and faculty underscore the practice's success and importance within the college community. The practice has contributed to a more inclusive and supportive learning environment. Students' enthusiastic word-of-mouth promotion of Student Consumer Store highlights its success and popularity, demonstrating its positive impact and high satisfaction among the student community.

The Management of institution supports student services by the means of interaction and coordination with the unit of the institution the proper management of material distribution and other communication is the gateway of success of Student Consumer Store.

 

Problems Encountered and Resource Required

As the College is located in rural area it is difficult to collaborate with government agencies such as the Consumer Affairs Department to provide expert guidance and support for the practice. 

BEST PRACTICE I Important PDF Files

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1 .2022-2023DOCUMENTS FOR BEST PRACTICE IPavan Bhau Mandavkar
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