101 Indian students get EU's Erasmus scholarship
The scholarship winners are from 20 States and will pursue a wide range of areas of focus, including sustainable urban development, artificial intelligence, migration and public policy, intellectual property law, food security, engineering, sustainable drug discovery, safe and reliable nuclear applications and more. The Delegation of the European Union to India hosted a pre-departure ceremony for the selected scholars on Tuesday (July 8, 2025). Congratulating the students, EU Ambassador to India, Hervé Delphin, said the scholarship opened doors for over 6,000 Indian students and scholars to Europe's top universities. 'Over 90,000 Indian students are studying in Europe, a clear sign of the trust and enthusiasm for what Europe offers. These students are choosing Europe for its quality, diversity, and affordability and this shows why Europe has rightfully earned its place as one of the top global destinations for higher education,' he said.
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