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Karnataka Students Seize Global Education Opportunities at "Study Abroad Expo"
16 Aug
Summary
- Over 5,000 students registered for Karnataka's "study abroad" initiative
- 60+ international universities offer academic programs for Karnataka students
- Banks provide competitive education loans to ease financial concerns
The Karnataka government's ambitious "study abroad" initiative has gained significant momentum, with over 5,000 students registering for the program as of August 16, 2025. The state's Department of Skill Development organized a "Study Abroad Expo" at Hotel Lalit Ashok on August 17, 2025, attracting a strong response from both students and international universities.
More than 60 universities from around the world have set up stalls at the expo, offering a wide range of academic opportunities for Karnataka students. To ease financial concerns, several public and private banks have also set up booths at the event, providing education loans at competitive interest rates. The government-backed scheme ensures continued assistance for students even after they leave India, covering their welfare, academic progress, and legal aid.
"Studying abroad is no longer a privilege reserved for the wealthy," said Karnataka Minister for Skill Development, Entrepreneurship and Livelihood Sharanaprakash Patil. "With our government's initiative, even students from economically weaker backgrounds can now pursue higher education overseas without financial burden."
The expo also ensures transparency, offering free guidance from university selection to post-departure support, without any agency fees. This first-of-its-kind initiative in India aims to make global education accessible to all sections of society in Karnataka.
