A Parent's Guide to Choosing a Safe PG for Your Child in Bhubaneswar
For many parents, the hardest part of sending a child to college is not knowing where they'll live or who will look after them. A good PG takes a lot of that worry away. Here is what to check before you decide.
Visit in person, or ask for a detailed video tour
Photos online don't show everything. Visit the room your child will actually stay in, and see the bathrooms, kitchen and common areas.
Questions to ask the PG
- Is the PG for boys only, girls only, or mixed?
- Is there CCTV, and is someone on site 24/7?
- How are residents verified before they move in?
- Who do we call in an emergency, day or night?
- What exactly is included in the rent?
- What are the deposit and notice period, and will we get receipts?
- How is food prepared, and can we see the menu?
Signs of a well-run PG
- Clean bathrooms and common areas, not just a clean room
- A caretaker or manager who answers questions clearly
- Receipts for every payment
- A simple way to raise and track complaints
- Recent, genuine Google reviews
Stay in touch, without hovering
Agree on a simple routine with your child, like a call every few days. Save the PG manager's number too. Most issues are small and get fixed quickly when you know who to call.
Yostel runs boys PGs in Bhubaneswar with CCTV, 24/7 security and an on-site team. Parents are welcome to visit before booking.