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PSF is a students’ initiative to build a democratic, secular space, & a culture of rational thoughts

The Progressive Students Forum is an effort to build democratic and secular space in the Tata Institute of Social Sciences. Through open debates, seminars and other collective initiatives, PSF aims to evolve a culture of rational and inclusive thinking. The PSF shall strive for a better learning and discursive environment in the institute and, subsequently, contribute to ongoing struggles for social, economic and political justice within and outside the campus.

01/05/2026

PSF TISS Mumbai Unit has sent a mail to the administration regarding the recent notice on the closure of Dining Hall accounts.

Subject: Request for Extension of Dining Hall Access for Second-Year Students Beyond April 30, 2026
Dear Sir/Madam,

We are writing on behalf of PSF to bring to your attention a concern regarding the recent notice about the closure of Dining Hall accounts for second-year (DH) members effective 30th April 2026.

As per the academic schedule, several second-year students including those in Social Work and other programmes have academic commitments, research and coursework extending well into May. For many of the students, stay on campus and engagement with institutional requirements continue beyond April.

In this context, the closure of Dining Hall accounts by the end of April creates practical difficulties in accessing regular and affordable meals on campus. While the notice suggests shifting to a coupon system from 1st May, this may not be a feasible or accessible alternative for all students.

We kindly request the administration to reconsider this decision or provide a flexible arrangement for second-year students whose academic schedules extend into May. Extending Dining Hall access or offering a more streamlined alternative would greatly support students during this period.

We hope you will take this matter into consideration and look forward to a supportive resolution.

Sincerely,
Progressive Students' Forum TISS Mumbai Unit

22/04/2026

Progressive Students’ Forum
3rd Unit Conference
Mumbai | 26-04-2026

20/04/2026

PSF TISS Mumbai Unit congratulates our friends and comrades who have successfully graduated this year and wishes them a wonderful future ahead.

We congratulate former Secretariat member Comrade Supriya and former Unit Committee member Comrade Surya Prabha for their academic achievements.

We extend our greetings to Comrade Supriya on securing the Gold Medal in MA Women’s Studies and to Comrade Surya for receiving the Best Dissertation Award in MA Social Work (Livelihoods and Social Entrepreneurship).

PSF proudly acknowledges the contributions of all our members to the student movement, both within and beyond TISS. These achievements serve as a source of inspiration for all of us, reinforcing our commitment to uphold the slogan, “Study and Struggle.”

Students’ Unity Long Live!!

11/04/2026

PSF is organising a poetry competition on the occasion of 135th Ambedkar Jayanti , on 14th April 2026.

With the theme
“Beyond Chains, Beyond Fear” , we invite all the students to engage and participate with a notion to create literature withholding the values of Babasaheb.

🗓 Registration Opens: 11th April 2026
Last Date to Register: 14th April 2026

📌 Guidelines:

• Open to students from all schools
• Only one entry per participant
• Poems can be in any language (only one language per poem)
• Submit your poem through the Google Form (link/QR in poster)
• Late entries will not be accepted
• Entries must be original
• Selected entries may be published

*Upload your entries through this google form:*
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOSh9l3Nb_2-mvc0eVtPxorhuoZIXA2WyHHMwDzGlw3SZ2Kw/viewform?usp=publish-editor

08/04/2026

PSF TISS Mumbai unit is organizing a reading circle.

Join us to have an discussion and debate on the Indian Express Editorial

'Hiding in UGC regulations row is a deep fault line, social, ideological, political:

📅 April 09, 2026
⏰ 6 PM

- PSF TISS Mumbai Unit.

27/02/2026

PSF has officially written to the Dean of Academic Affairs regarding the delay in the convocation of the 2023–25 batch and other eligible PhD scholars.

PSF had written earlier, and it was informed that the convocation would most likely be held in October or November. However, it has still not taken place.This continued delay has created serious concerns among students who have already graduated.

20/02/2026

*Concern Regarding Delay in Reopening of Old Campus Canteen and Amul shop*

The Progressive Students' Forum (PSF), TISS Mumbai Unit, has formally written to the administration and officials regarding the delay in reopening the Old Campus Canteen and Amul.

Respected Sir/madam,

We are writing to you on behalf of the Progressive Students' Forum (PSF) to formally raise our concern regarding the reopening of Old Campus Canteen and Amul shop.

The current semester started on 2nd January, but the students are still waiting for the reopening of the Old Campus Canteen and Amul. Several students expressed their concerns regarding this as these are the only affordable places for students to get food. Especially for students living in the campus and those utilising library in late hours had no other option other than Amul shop for any refreshment in the late hour.

Given the significant impact of this issue on the students, we request your urgent attention to this matter. We look forward to a prompt response and action from your side.

Sincerely,
Progressive Students' Forum
TISS - Mumbai Unit

15/01/2026

The old campus canteen and Amul shop, which students depend on on a daily basis, have remained closed since the start of the semester.

The PSF delegation has raised concerns regarding the improper and irregular functioning of these facilities several times, however these issues remain unresolved.

Additionally, many students have raised concerns about the gym and badminton court, which require urgent repairs.

Student well-being cannot be postponed. PSF demands urgent attention to these issues.

18/12/2025

PSF TISS Mumbai Unit organised the first session of the MS Excel Workshop series.

Thank you everyone who joined the session.
Your active participation and enthusiasm made it engaging and meaningful.
We look forward to learning, growing, and building skills together in the upcoming sessions

15/12/2025

Boost your skills with our MS Excel Workshop!
Session 1: Introduction to Excel Interface
🗓 17 December 2025 | ⏰ 7:30 PM

On Google Meet
Join us and take your first step towards mastering Excel!

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