Education Minister stresses internationalisation for India’s educational growth

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan underscored the significance of internationalising education, emphasising its crucial role in India’s future growth and development.

Pradhan, during his visit to the upcoming campus of the Australian universities of Deakin and Wollongong at the Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) in Gandhinagar, along with his Australian counterpart Jason Clare, stated that internationalisation of education enables Indian students to access world-class education and research opportunities. It also contributes to building bridges with other countries, exposing students to new ideas and prospects, and enhancing the country’s soft power potential.

Pradhan also highlighted that the decision of these two universities to establish international campuses in GIFT City aligns with India’s National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which places a strong emphasis on the internationalisation of education. Pradhan expressed that having renowned educational institutions in India will not only elevate the quality of education but also provide students with global opportunities.