Sikkim Manipal University Infrastructure: Library, Hostel, Gym, Auditorium, Cafeteria & Other Facilities

Harinitha Panneerselvam

Sikkim Manipal University is located near the West Bengal – Sikkim border in Majitar, East Sikkim. The campus is spread over 35 acres, surrounded by verdant hills gifted with nature's finest gifts on the banks of the Teesta River. It is equipped with a hostel, sports complex, medical facilities, etc. Further details about the Sikkim Manipal University campus are mentioned below.

• Library
• Hostel
• Medical Facilities
• Security
• Sports Facilities

Library: Teachers, research scholars, and students use the central library for academic and research purposes. The Sikkim Manipal University library provides books, periodicals, and current information on various topics. It is a two-storey structure with a carpeted surface of 2960 square metres. The library has a total sitting capacity of 428 people. For online access to e-journals and e-books, the library is a member of DELNET. The library LAN has been integrated into the campus-wide network, allowing academics from many departments to access the material.

Hostel: SMU Gangtok provides a home away from home for nearly 3000 students, with separate accommodation for males and girls. Boys and girls have their mess and canteen, which serves vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals. All Sikkim Manipal University hostel rooms are well-furnished with attached bathrooms. A few single (ac/non-ac) and double occupancy (ac) rooms are available at the hostel. Throughout the year, there is a continuous supply of energy and water. 

Medical Facilities: The Sikkim Manipal University has a 24-hour health centre with five beds, two resident doctors, two nurses, and a medical attendant. The medical team handles both routine and emergency medical problems. All cases that require a specialist's opinion are sent to Gangtok's Central Referral Hospital. Two ambulances are stationed on campus to transport medical cases to CRH.

Security: The SMU Gangtok infrastructure ensures the safety of students, professors, and visitors. The home guards and security personnel guard the campus. A total of 50 security guards are on duty 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Sports Facilities

• Football
• Badminton
• Squash
• Cricket
• Tennis
• Table Tennis
• Volleyball
• Basketball
• Swimming Pool
• Aerobics 
• Gymnasium