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PANAJI: Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant launched the Doctoral Programme at World Peace University (WPU), Goa, in the presence of Rajya Sabha MP Shri Sadanand Shet Tanavade, Dr. Rahul V. Karad, Prof. Satish Tripathi, Honorary Chancellor, Governing Board, WPU, Prof. Suresh Garimella, Chairperson, Global Advisory Board, WPU, former DRDO Chairman Dr. Samir Kamat, Prof. Prakash Joshi and other distinguished academicians.
On the occasion, the Chief Minister felicitated doctoral scholars and witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between WPU Goa and the University of Arizona to promote partnership and collaboration in the field of education and research.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Sawant highlighted Goa’s expanding educational landscape, citing institutions such as IIT Goa, NIT Goa, the National Forensic Sciences University and colleges specialising in agricultural, veterinary and fisheries sciences. He emphasised that the growing presence of specialised institutions and research-oriented programmes is creating new opportunities for students and researchers in the state.
The Chief Minister stated that Goa is steadily strengthening its position as a centre of knowledge, innovation and academic excellence. He underlined the importance of advancing higher education and research to equip students with specialised skills and open new avenues for academic and professional growth.
“While Goa is globally known for tourism, our aspiration is for Goa to be equally recognised for education, research and innovation,” the Chief Minister stated.
The launch of the Doctoral Programme and the academic collaboration between WPU Goa and the University of Arizona mark significant steps towards strengthening Goa’s higher education ecosystem, encouraging research and fostering international academic partnerships.
The initiative reflects the state’s broader vision of diversifying its identity beyond tourism and emerging as a destination for quality education, scientific inquiry and innovation.
