Sindhu Central University
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| Motto | Vidya Sarvatra Prakashtey (Sanskrit) |
|---|---|
| Type | Central University |
| Established | 2021 |
| Chancellor | Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh |
| Location | , , 34°19′25″N 76°53′04″E / 34.3235863°N 76.8844164°E |
| Affiliations | |
| Website | https://sindhucu.ac.in/ |
Sindhu Central University is a central university located in Khaltse, Ladakh. It was established by the Central Universities (Amendment) Act 2021 under Ministry of Education.[1] The permanent campus of the University is proposed to be constructed in Gothang at village Khaltse, Leh, Ladakh covering approx 110 Acres (884 Kanals and 05 Marles) under Khasra no. 1870.
The university offers three postgraduate level degree courses: M.Tech in Atmospheric & Cimate Science, M. Tech in Energy Technology & Policy, and M.A. in Public Policy.[2]
History
[edit]In July 2021, the Union Council of Ministers approved the setting up of the new university for ₹750 crore. Later on EdCIL (India) Limited prepared the detailed project report and estimated the budget around ₹910.26 crore. [3] The Bill was passed by the parliament in August 2021. [4] And the university was established under the Central Universities (Amendment) Act, 2021.[5]
The first meeting of the Executive Council was held in May 2023.[6] The university commenced operations in the academic year 2023–24.[6]
Campus
[edit]Sindhu Central University's campus is in Khaltse, ladakh, A village between Leh and Kargil city.[7]
Academics and programs
[edit]The university offers 3 post-graduate programs: M.Tech in Atmospheric & Climate Sciences, M. Tech in Energy Technology & Policy, and M.A in Public Policy.[2]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Shishir Gupta (5 August 2021). "Modi govt moves Lok Sabha for Sindhu Central University in Ladakh". www.hindustantimes.com. Hindustan Times. Retrieved 21 June 2023.
- ^ a b "Sindhu Central University will offer 3 significant post-graduate level programs in the first Academic Year 2023-24". pib.gov.in. PIB Delhi. Retrieved 21 June 2023.
- ^ "Modi govt moves Lok Sabha for Sindhu Central University in Ladakh". Hindustan Times. 2021-08-05. Retrieved 2021-08-06.
- ^ "Parliament passes Bill to set up Central university in Ladakh". The Hindu. 9 August 2021. Retrieved 23 June 2023.
- ^ "Central Universities (Amendment) Act, 2021" (PDF). Retrieved 23 June 2023.
- ^ a b "Sindhu Central University will offer 3 significant post-graduate level programs in the first Academic Year 2023–24". pib.gov.in (Press release). Retrieved 23 June 2023.
- ^ "Modi govt moves Lok Sabha for Sindhu Central University in Ladakh". Hindustan Times. 2021-08-05. Retrieved 21 June 2023.