Govt promises support for NU’s global expansion

Biharsharif: Chief secretary Pratyaya Amrit on Saturday reiterated the state govt’s commitment to supporting Nalanda University’s growth as an international centre of learning during his visit to the newly developed campus.

Amrit reviewed the university’s academic activities, infrastructure and environment-friendly “Net Zero” model during the visit. Nalanda DM and SP, along with other senior officials, accompanied him.

University officials made a detailed presentation on the institution’s historical legacy and current academic structure, including its schools of historical studies, ecology and environment studies, and Buddhist studies.

Amrit inspected the university’s modern library, Sushma Swaraj Auditorium, yoga complex and academic blocks. He appreciated the seamless blend of ancient Nalanda architecture with modern technology across the campus.

The chief secretary also reviewed the university’s 6.5MW solar farm, biogas plant and water harvesting systems, describing the campus as a model of sustainable development.

He said the university’s Net Zero carbon footprint model should serve as an inspiration for other institutions across Bihar.