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PM Modi to Inaugurate 1600-Year-Old Nalanda University’s New Campus, Calls It ‘Very Special Day for Education Sector’

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News on Education 6 ArdorComm Media Group PM Modi to Inaugurate 1600-Year-Old Nalanda University's New Campus, Calls It 'Very Special Day for Education Sector'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the new campus of Nalanda University in Bihar’s Rajgir. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), he expressed his happiness on the occasion, calling it a “very special day for our education sector.” He highlighted Nalanda’s “strong connection with our glorious past” and its role in catering to the educational needs of the youth. PM Modi wrote, “It’s a very special day for our education sector. At around 10:30 AM today, the new campus of Nalanda University will be inaugurated at Rajgir. Nalanda has a strong connection with our glorious past. This university will surely go a long way in catering to the educational needs of the youth.” The university is a collaboration between India and East Asia Summit (EAS) countries, with deep historical roots. The original Nalanda University, established around 1600 years ago, is considered one of the first residential universities in the world. According to a PMO release, the Prime Minister will visit the Ruins of Nalanda at around 9:45 AM. The ruins were declared a UN Heritage Site in 2016. At around 10:30 AM, he will inaugurate the new campus and address the gathering on the occasion. The ceremony will be attended by several eminent people, including heads of missions from 17 countries. The new campus features two academic blocks with 40 classrooms, accommodating around 1900 students. It has two auditoriums with a capacity of 300 seats each, a student hostel for around 550 students, and various other facilities, including an international centre, an amphitheatre for up to 2000 individuals, a faculty club, and a sports complex. The campus is designed as a ‘Net Zero’ Green Campus, self-sustaining with solar plants, domestic and drinking water treatment plants, a water recycling plant, 100 acres of water bodies, and other environment-friendly facilities.

Union Education Minister Promotes Multidisciplinary Focus for IITs and IIMs at Odisha Research Centre Inauguration

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00bcd4e6 eb10 441d 90ed e507242f8517 ArdorComm Media Group Union Education Minister Promotes Multidisciplinary Focus for IITs and IIMs at Odisha Research Centre Inauguration

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan revealed that the Centre has advised the IITs and IIMs to take a multi-disciplinary approach, expanding their scope beyond their specialized domains. Speaking at the inauguration of the Odisha Research Centre on November 26, Pradhan emphasized that the National Education Policy, 2020 prioritizes providing multidisciplinary education, and that premier institutions such as IITs and IIMs will follow suit. The Odisha Research Centre was jointly inaugurated during the event by Odisha Governor Raghubar Das, Chhattisgarh counterpart Biswa Bhusan Harichandan, and Minister Pradhan. The research agenda of the center includes art, culture, archaeology, tradition, literature, sociology, political processes, agriculture, commerce, business, industry, contemporary Odisha development trends, science, technology, healthcare, and future technologies. It will also address issues concerning smart cities, climate change, environmental protection, sustainable development, semiconductors, rare earths, and advanced minerals. Minister Pradhan emphasized the significance of the Odisha Research Centre in shaping the region’s future. He stated that the center, which was established in collaboration with the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), the Indian Knowledge Systems Division, the Ministry of Education, IIM Sambalpur, IIT Kharagpur, and IIT Bhubaneswar, aims to develop innovative epistemological frameworks. These frameworks will delve into various facets of Odisha’s history, culture, economy, and society. Pradhan concluded with a forward-looking statement, saying, “In 2036, when Odisha will celebrate the centenary of its formation, and in 2047, when the country will celebrate the centenary of India’s independence, the ORC will prepare a roadmap for the development of Odisha and Odia language.” This highlights the critical role that the Odisha Research Centre will play in charting the course for Odisha’s development and promoting the Odia language.

PM Modi to Inaugurate Futuristic IIT Jodhpur Campus: A Hub for Innovation and Education

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News on Edu 5th Oct 2023 ArdorComm Media Group PM Modi to Inaugurate Futuristic IIT Jodhpur Campus: A Hub for Innovation and Education

Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, is set to inaugurate the sprawling Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jodhpur campus today. This futuristic institution, located on an expansive 852-acre site, boasts 10 departments, three schools, five centres, and six interdisciplinary programs. IIT Jodhpur plays a crucial role in providing high-quality and inclusive education to over 4,500 students. Moreover, it serves as a hub for cutting-edge research and deep-tech innovation initiatives, with a focus on bolstering the country’s economy. Established in 2008 along with seven other IITs, this institute is situated on the Jodhpur-Nagaur Highway. IIT Jodhpur is recognized for its meticulous campus planning and commitment to sustainability, setting it apart as one of India’s best-planned technical institutions. Its mission is to cultivate intellectual excellence, instil human values, and nurture future leaders dedicated to building a self-reliant India. The academic programs at IIT Jodhpur are in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) of 2020, offering a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in emerging fields such as Clean Energy, Artificial Intelligence, and Bio-engineering. Notably, IIT Jodhpur and AIIMS Jodhpur collaborate to offer unique innovation-driven joint degree programs in the field of medical technologies. Furthermore, the institution runs a mandatory social connect program that enables students and faculty to collaborate on scientific projects that benefit rural and surrounding areas. Students also have the opportunity to engage in advanced research in interdisciplinary areas like digital humanities, computational social science, quantum information and computation, space science and technology, as well as robotics and mobility, among others. IIT Jodhpur fosters a dynamic innovation ecosystem and actively participates in major projects supported by various government agencies, including DST, ISRO, DRDO, DAE, MeitY, DBT, BIRAC, Ministry of Ayush, and the Office of Principal Scientific Advisor.