We are all aware of how AI – artificial intelligence – has taken over the world by storm. Considering this huge shift, Uttar Pradesh is now home to India’s first private AI-augmented multidisciplinary university in Unnao. The campus that is spread across 100 acres was inaugurated by Uttar Pradesh’s Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Marking a milestone in India’s digital transformation journey, CM Yogi described this as a significant step in building a modern India.
India’s First Private AI University
An AI-augmented university seamlessly integrates artificial intelligence into its operations, teaching, and learning processes. This creates an enhanced educational experience and improved outcomes for students.
The Uttar Pradesh campus of this private AI-augmented university is led by the famous Chandigarh University. The newly inaugurated university stands as the confluence of India’s ancient knowledge systems with cutting-edge technical learning.
The university aims to train about 1.5 lakh students every month in AI-related skills with the help of Uttar Pradesh’s ‘AI Pragya’ scheme. This will contribute to the scheme’s aim of training about 1 million individuals in the state.
While speaking on the inauguration occasion, CM Yogi underlined the push given by the government for growing public-private investment, key reforms fostering education-industry collaboration, and digital and technical empowerment of youth.
Leading National Center For AI
The private AI university offers programs across diverse fields, with all disciplines leveraging AI technologies for research and curriculum development. These fields include law, sciences, management, humanities, and engineering.
It aligns with the National Education Policy, integrating practical skill-building with AI literacy and technology incubation into its research and teaching.
The university aims to become a leading national center for Artificial Intelligence research and development, startup incubation, and talent development.
Cutting-edge AI Tools, Internships And More
To bridge the gap between academia and industry, the university fosters strong partnerships with industry leaders and offers internships, enabling students to develop practical skills and work on real-world projects.
With cutting-edge AI tools, smart classrooms, and advanced labs, the university provides an ideal environment for hands-on learning.
AI powered learning platforms track student progress, assignments, and pace, ensuring a personalized learning experience. Collaborations with industry leaders like Microsoft enable the development of practical, industry-relevant courses, bootcamps, and hands-on AI projects.
The goal is to produce industry-ready graduates, proficient in AI and its applications across various fields, and be prepared for emerging roles in AI, data science, cybersecurity, and more.
Summing up
India’s first private AI university in Uttar Pradesh is a game-changer. It will empower students with AI skills and drive innovation. With industry partnerships and cutting-edge tools, it’s all set to become a leading national center for AI research and development.
