Govt to setup 14 World-Class Universities in 11th Plan
New Delhi: The Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) has proposed to establish 14 National Universities aiming towards world-class standards in the Eleventh Plan period, HRD Minister Arjun Singh said here today. In a written reply in the Lok Sabha, Arjun Singh said that a preliminary draft of the concept paper on setting up of these universities was prepared by an Expert Committee constituted by the University Grants Commission (UGC). "The Expert Committee has held extensive consultations with eminent educationists, academics and policy makers" he said. The HRD Minister further said, "The relevant recommendations of the National Knowledge Commission (NKC) have also been taken into consideration by the Expert Committee while revising the draft concept paper. The concept paper is, however, yet to be finalized by the Committee". State-wise list of cities identified for locating 14 world class universities during the 11th Plan period: - Andhra Pradesh (Vishakap...