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India Today
05-05-2025
- Business
- India Today
India's tallest academic block: VIT-AP University
VIT-AP University sets a milestone with the grand inauguration of the Mahatma Gandhi Academic Block, India's Tallest Academic Block. The Mahatma Gandhi Academic Block, standing 45 meters tall and spanning 7.68 lakh square feet is a testament to modern architectural and educational innovation. This cutting-edge facility includes advanced classrooms, lecture halls, gallery spaces, and a 700-seat CM of Andhra Pradesh Nara Chandrababu Naidu recently inaugurated Mahatma Gandhi Academic Block, and the new Men's and Women's hostel blocks namely VV Giri block (2.31 lakh sft), Acharya NG Ranga block (2.26 lakh sft), and Durgabai Deshmukh block (2.26 lakh sft). advertisementHe also launched V-Launchpad-2025 (Global Innovators Challenge). The Honourable CM, who had graciously laid the foundation stone for the VIT-AP University's Central Block in 2016. His esteemed presence marks a significant milestone in VIT-AP University's ongoing pursuit of academic excellence and innovation. V-Launchpad 2025, a Global Innovators Challenge, organized by the VIT-AP School of Business (VSB), Innovation Incubation and Entrepreneurship Cell (IIEC), and VIT-AP Technology Business Incubation Foundation (VTBIF), offers a platform for budding entrepreneurs to pitch innovative business concepts with mentorship and incubation support. V-Launchpad, a groundbreaking initiative designed to foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership among students and in its 4th edition, this year's challenge has gone global, with 800 teams registered from premier national and international institutions, including IITs, IIMs, NITs, Rochester Institute of Technology (USA), Arizona State University, IBS Global (Poland), and others. Themed around 'Sustainable Solutions for Swarnandhra @2047', V-Launchpad 2025 aims to catalyse transformative solutions addressing global praised VIT Chairman Dr G Vishwanathan for his success story, having moved from humble beginnings to set up VIT, a globally recognised educational institution. He recalled how Vishwanathan sought approval to set up VIT in Amaravati in 2014, emphasising the State's commitment to education and innovation."This inauguration, built upon the vision of CM Shri Nara Chandrababu Naidu, propels Amaravati toward becoming a global knowledge and innovation hub. The newly inaugurated blocks and V-Launchpad 2025 initiative reaffirm our unwavering dedication to nurturing talent, fostering entrepreneurship, and advancing educational excellence." said Dr. G. Viswanathan, Founder & Institute of Technology - Andhra Pradesh (VIT-AP University), the single largest establishment with a built-up area of 44 lakh square feet, Located in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. It is a leading institution of higher education, known for its world-class infrastructure, global academic collaborations, and commitment to innovation. With modern facilities including the Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Block, APJ Abdul Kalam Block, and newly inaugurated Mahatma Gandhi, V. V. Giri, Acharya N. G. Ranga, and Durgabai Deshmukh Blocks, the university fosters an environment of holistic learning and cutting-edge Watch
Hans India
01-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
V-Launchpad 2025 concludes at VIT-AP
Amaravati: Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications Dr Pemmasani Chandrashekar on Tuesday that the most important step in entrepreneurship is initiation. He was addressing the conclusion session of the V-Launchpad 2025 – Global Innovators Challenge for Swarna Andhra @2047 at VIT-AP University. The Union Minister said that those who think differently and act decisively will succeed. True innovation comes from identifying real problems and creating solutions, not just building products. Many entrepreneurs build what already exists — but to truly succeed, you must bring new and innovative ideas to life. Chairman of TiE Global and Founder-CEO of Volksy Technologies Murali Bukkapatnam, Edyta Wołczyk, CEO of IBS GLOBAL, Poland and Vice-President of the VIT Group Sankar Viswanathan and Vice-Chancellor Dr SV Kota Reddy were also present. The winning teams under various tracks for V-Launchpad 2025 are as follows – Startup VC Pitching Track - Netts Mobility Pvt. Ltd. First cash prize Rs. 1.00L, Hanumax Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Second cash prize of Rs. 75K, ProjectB Third cash prize Rs. 50K. Ideation Track (External) –Vividhra Pvt. Ltd, Satyabhama University - First Prize Rs. 20K, Snack Sense, SRAM-AP University – Second Prize Rs. 10K, JNH Industry, SSIIE-TBI Tirupati– Third Prize Rs.5K. Ideation Track (VIT-AP University) - Hover Charge-First Prize Winner, Craft Sphere- Second Prize, and ChaithanyaVriksha- Third Prize. Dr Ameet Chavan, Director of IIEC, Dr Arunkumar Sivakumar Dean, School of Business (VSB), VIT-AP faculty, staff and students were also present.
Hans India
29-04-2025
- Science
- Hans India
Naidu inaugurates academic & hostel blocks at VIT-AP varsity
Hyderabad / Amaravati: The Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Nara Chandrababu Naidu, inaugurated the Mahatma Gandhi Academic Block, three new hostel blocks, and launched the global innovation challenge — V-Launchpad 2025 at the university campus on Monday. The event marked a pivotal moment in the university's commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and global collaboration. The Mahatma Gandhi Academic Block is India's largest single academic block. Standing tall at 45 metres and spanning 7.68 lakh square feet, the block houses cutting-edge classrooms, lecture halls, collaborative learning spaces, and a 700-seater auditorium. The CM appreciated the VIT Group Founder and Chancellor Dr G Viswanathan for establishing VIT-AP University in Amaravati, which has reportedly achieved an impressive 95 per cent placement rate for its graduates.
The Hindu
28-04-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Students should play important role in development of Amaravati, says Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu
These are crucial times marked by immense growth and inspiration, and students should realise this and utilise the opportunities being generated during this time and showcase their talent, says Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. Participating as the chief guest at the launch of the V-Launchpad 2025 (Global Investors Challenge) programme at the VIT-Amaravati on Monday, Mr. Naidu said: 'We are living through a pivotal moment in the history of the State. There are many developments and innovations in the tech field. Students should utilise these and partake in the development of Amaravati and towards making Amaravati a 'Quantum Valley'.' Recalling the time when his plans for Hitech City and focus on Information Technology were at first received with disbelief, Mr. Naidu said he proved all the naysayers wrong later when Hyderabad became a major IT hub. 'Today, I am focussing on making Amaravati a 'Quantum Valley' and a futuristic city. Once again, my plans are being received with disbelief. But engineering students will know and understand what I am talking about. You all [students] have the responsibility to write the algorithms for quantum computers,' the Chief Minister said, adding that the end goal of students should not be just jobs. 'I want you to think and go global,' Mr. Naidu told the students. While encouraging students to dream big and think differently, the Chief Minister promised them that he would take care of bringing the best universities and best minds to Amaravati. 'The government has the responsibility to create the eco system to fulfil your dreams. SRM and VIT are here. BITS Pilani and international universities will also come soon,' Mr. Naidu said. Before proceeding to the launch of V-Launchpad, the Chief Minister inaugurated the Mahatma Gandhi Academic Block, which houses classrooms, lecture halls, collaborative learning spaces, and a 700-seater auditorium. He also inaugurated three new hostel blocks. G. Viswanathan, founder and chancellor, VIT Group, said the university stands firmly with the Chief Minister in supporting his initiatives for the advancement of education and the development of the new capital. Earlier, the Chief Minister visited various stalls put up by students, interacted with them and asked them about their business ideas. The theme of the V-Launchpad 2025 is 'Sustainable Solutions for Swarna Andhra @2047'. This year, 800+ teams from national and international institutions, including IITs, IIMs, NITs, Rochester Institute of Technology (USA), Arizona State University and IBS Global (Poland) registered for the Global Innovators Challenge, according to a press release from the management. Tourism Minister Kandula Durgesh, Tadikonda Constituency MLA Tenali Sravan Kumar, students and faculty were present on the occasion.
