With the ho-stalemate continuing at the Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil boys' hostel in Mumbai University's Kalina campus, another controversy has surfaced at the property. While outstation students are forced to pick unaffordable living options because of the unavailability of the hostel, employees of the varsity's canteen have made it their home.

The hostel, which can accommodate around 150 students, has been closed for over two years after continuous complaints by residents regarding its dangerous condition. There hasn't been any progress with its repairs, and it is now housing residents it wasn't originally meant for.