UP allows foreign varsity campusesUP education roadmap

Virendra Singh Rawat

In a move to redefine Uttar Pradesh’s higher education landscape, the state legislative assembly has unanimously passed four landmark bills, paving the way for the establishment of three new private universities and foreign university campuses in the state.

Under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, this initiative is set to position Uttar Pradesh as a leading educational hub in the country.

UP higher education minister Yogendra Upadhyay said the step will position the state as a leading educational hub in India, and elevate UP’s image to global platforms.

“With the establishment of new universities and foreign campuses, students will have the opportunity to access world-class education right in their home state. They will no longer need to go outside as high-quality education will now be affordable and easily accessible,” he noted.

Until now, only institutions registered in UP could establish varsities within the state. However, the new amendment bill allows institutions, companies and trusts registered in other states with a proven track record to open private varsities in UP.

Foreign universities recognised by the UGC will also be eligible to establish campuses in UP.

The Yogi government’s initiative will also foster employment and research opportunities at local and global levels.

To make higher education more accessible and advanced, the UP Private Universities Act, 2019 (Uttar Pradesh Act No. 12 of 2019) has been amended.

As part of this reform, new universities such as Vidya Vishwavidyalaya, Meerut; Vivek Vishwavidyalaya, Bijnor; and Chandigarh Vishwavidyalaya, Unnao are set to be established.

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