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AKTU's 26th Year: Shifting from Affiliate to Innovator
26 Jul
Summary
- AKTU aims to expand beyond affiliating roles into research and innovation.
- Curriculum is being updated for emerging technologies and industry needs.
- University has grown from 50 to over 750 affiliated institutions.
Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) celebrated its 26th Foundation Day on Sunday, signaling a strategic pivot towards research and innovation. Vice-Chancellor Prof JP Pandey emphasized the university's evolution into one of the nation's largest affiliating technical universities, stressing the need to transcend this traditional role.
AKTU is actively revising its curriculum to integrate emerging technologies and meet evolving industry requirements. Prof Pandey highlighted that research and innovation will be central to the university's future identity, building on its significant growth from 50 to over 750 affiliated colleges since its establishment.
Registrar Reena Singh noted the accelerated digitalization and curriculum reforms introduced under the National Education Policy. The celebration included cultural performances, a documentary on AKTU's journey, and artistic tributes, underscoring the institution's commitment to academic excellence and holistic development.
