Published 18:57 IST, July 24th 2020
PM Modi lauds Mahindra Group for setting up university, calls it 'noble gesture'
In a bid to develop multi-skilled leaders, The Mahindra Group on Friday announced the launch of Mahindra University (MU) to drive interdisciplinary learning
In a bid to develop multi-skilled leaders, The Mahindra Group on Friday announced the launch of Mahindra University (MU) to drive interdisciplinary learning, integrating the study of science and technology with humanities, ethics, philosophy, and design.
Additionally, the group's executive chairman Anand Mahindra will also be the chancellor. Mahindra University (MU) aims to drive interdisciplinary academic excellence, integrating the study of science and technology with the humanities, ethics, philosophy, and design, Mahindra Group said in a statement.
According to sources, the campus is Hyderabad will be an autonomous University and will offer undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD courses. Furthermore, the contemporary curricular is being curated to fully leverage emerging technologies like data science, blockchain, and data analytics.
PM Modi lauds Mahindra Group
Prime Minister Modi lauded the Mahindra Group for setting up the autonomous university. In a letter, which was shared by Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra on his Twitter handle, PM Modi termed the setting up of Mahindra University (MU) an admirable initiative.
"Education and knowledge are the cornerstone of growth and progress of any nation or society. A university does not merely impart education but lays the foundation of character building and nation building among the future citizens of the country," Modi said in the letter.
The Prime Minister added, "Today, technology and innovation have become the driving force in every field of activity. This noble gesture of Mahindra Group will surely go a long way in providing quality and value-based education to the students and also equip them for the larger battles in life."
Centre aims at “permanent psychological support” through 'Manodarpan' Initiative
Meanwhile, Union Human Resource Development Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal launched ‘Manodarpan’ initiative under ‘Atma Nirbhar Bharat’ on July 21 at 11 am. This move aims at providing “permanent psychological support” to all the students, teachers and parents especially when most results are out and admissions have started amid the trying times of COVID-19 pandemic. The virtual meet consisted of modules elaborating on how teachers and environment of schools can contribute to creating a healthy space for the students. It included Minister of State for HRD Shri Sanjay Dhotre, Secretary, Department of Higher Education, Shri Amit Khare; Secretary, School Education and Literacy Smt Anita Karwal along with senior officials of the Ministry.
Prior to the launch, through a recorded video message, the HRD Minister had informed that amid unprecedented coronavirus outbreak, the government acknowledged the need of continuing the education on both, academic front as well as the mental well-being of students.
(with inputs from PTI)
Updated 20:16 IST, July 24th 2020