Delhi Technological University to set up research park at Narela campus
Strengthening its global presence, DTU has entered into partnerships with international and regional institutions. It has signed MoUs with the University of Houston (USA) for student exchange programmes and with South Asian University (SAU) to foster academic cooperation in the region.Adapting swiftly to the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the university has rolled out three new B.Tech programmes—focusing on semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and data analytics. Additionally, it has set up a new Interdisciplinary Department of Geospatial Science and Technology to support cross-domain learning and research.'The essence of NEP lies in personalised learning,' Sharma said. 'We are also actively engaging with industry to ensure our curriculum aligns with real-world needs.'DTU's commitment to accessibility in education was another focus. The university is expanding its online learning platform to offer certificate courses ranging from one-week crash modules to longer-duration programmes. 'Why should access to quality education be limited to those who clear entrance exams?' Sharma asked. 'We want to break those barriers and make learning available to all.'On the environmental front, DTU is actively participating in the Delhi government's Yamuna clean-up project and in flood mitigation work led by the NDMC at ITO. The university has also submitted a proposal to the Lieutenant Governor to contribute to air pollution control in the capital.In the domain of infrastructure safety, DTU is partnering with the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways to establish a centre that will evaluate safety standards in road tunnels exceeding 1.5 km in length.The university also shared progress on admissions for the 2025-26 academic year, along with updates on its growing startup incubation programmes and interdisciplinary education models under NEP 2020.With these ambitious initiatives, DTU aims to redefine higher education by integrating research, inclusivity, innovation, and global collaboration.(With PTI inputs)- EndsMust Watch
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