Today marks a milestone for Indian higher education as five top international universities gather in Mumbai to sign landmark Letters of Intent (LOIs) for the creation of India’s first International Education City in Navi Mumbai. The “Mumbai Rising” event, hosted at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, brings together global academic leaders, policymakers, and government officials, signaling a new era for education in India.
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The Maharashtra government is granting LOIs to five prestigious universities: University of Aberdeen and University of York (UK), University of Western Australia, Illinois Institute of Technology (USA), and Istituto Europeo di Design (Italy).
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Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, and other top state officials are attending the ceremony, highlighting the project’s national importance.
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The International EduCity, developed by CIDCO, will be located within a 5-kilometre radius of Navi Mumbai International Airport. It aims to host campuses of ten leading global universities, making it the first project of its kind in India.
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The initiative will offer Indian students access to world-class education at home, encourage multicultural academic exchange, and foster global research partnerships. It’s expected to curb outbound student migration and elevate India’s standing in global higher education rankings.
The EduCity is also set to play a key role in Maharashtra’s economic ambitions, supporting the state’s goal of a $1 trillion economy and contributing to India’s $5 trillion target by 2029.
Officials emphasize that the project will not only transform the academic landscape but also drive innovation, research, and international collaboration, positioning Navi Mumbai as a premier education destination.
Sources: Free Press Journal, Hindustan Times, Business Standard, Newsband
