President of India Shri Pranab Mukherjee dedicates Shiv Nadar University to the Nation

GREATER NOIDA LOKESH GOSWAMI 

Hon’ble President hails the university as an institution of national significance  Lays the foundation stone of the faculty residential complex January 18, 2016, Greater Noida: The Hon’ble President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee visited the Shiv Nadar University, Greater Noida today and dedicated the University to the nation, calling it ‘an institute of national significance.’ He also laid the foundation stone of the university residential complex on the occasion.Hon’ble Governor of Uttar Pradesh Shri Ram Naik was the Chief Guest of the occasion accompanied by Shri Shahid Manzoor, Hon’ble Minister of State, Labour & Employment, Uttar Pradesh who graced the occasion as a distinguished guest. Speaking on the occasion, the Hon’ble President, Shri Pranab Mukherjee said, “As a country with one of the world’s youngest population, India’s success lies in its ability to leverage its demographic  dividend. Education plays a very significant role in not only empowering the youth but also in nation-building. The most prestigious and reputed universities globally have been built on the fundamental pillars of excellence – meritocracy, flexibility to explore, freedom to challenge oneself and grow from failure, and most importantly, innovation and research. In a relatively short span of time, the Shiv Nadar University has emerged as one of India’s leading private universities. I believe the Shiv Nadar University will emerge as a landmark institution, critical to nation-building in the 21st century and beyond and in time, will also take its rightful place among the pantheon of great universities of the world. It is my honour to dedicate the Shiv Nadar University to the nation.” Inaugurating the faculty residential complex the Hon’ble President further added, “The residential character of the University for both faculty and students will help nurture a strong environment for exploration, collaboration and continuous  dialogue.” During the event, Shri Ram Naik, the Hon’ble Governor of Uttar Pradesh observed that “Indian universities do not have any significant global presence. The main reason for this could be the lack of interest in innovative thinking and research. I am happy to know that research is one of the most important components of the eco-system of Shiv Nadar University. Founder & Chairman, HCL and Shiv Nadar Foundation said, “I am extremely grateful to have the Hon’ble President of India Shri Pranab Mukherjee with us here at Shiv Nadar University today. The Shiv Nadar University has come a long way, from a small building on a 286- acre land four years ago we have now grown into a vibrant residential campus with over 2000 students, 184 faculty members and nearly 2 million sq feet of built-up space. I echo the hon’ble President’s views that research-led education is fundamental to nation-building. In developing countries the research universities have crucial roles to play in creating differentiated and effective academic systems, and in making it possible for their countries to join the global knowledge society.” “We are committed to our mission of nati on-building and empowering the youth. With our emphasis on multi-disciplinary learning, a student-centric approach and a strong focus on research, we are constantly working to play a key role in raising the benchmarks of Indian higher education,” Mr. Nadar further added. About Shiv Nadar University Shiv Nadar University is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, research university offering a full range of academic programs at the undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level. Shiv Nadar University’s integrated multi-disciplinary undergraduate curriculum provides students a strong foundation in the humanities and social sciences, natural sciences, technology and engineering studies, arts and communication and management, while enabling them to gain mastery of a subject of their choosing. Taught by world-class faculty, undergraduate education at Shiv Nadar University is designed to develop students with the breadth of vision, knowledge, skills and attitudes required to succeed in the careers of the 21st century. Shiv Nadar University is an institution set up and funded by the Shiv Nadar Foundation.