Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated the Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur campus to the nation on Thursday. He appreciated the unique projects undertaken by IIT, particularly, the collaboration between IIT Jodhpur and AIIMS Jodhpur, for transdisciplinary innovation-oriented programmes in Medical Technologies. “AIIMS Jodhpur and IIT Jodhpur are becoming premier institutions not only in Rajasthan but in the entire country,” said PM Modi.

On this occasion, Prof. Santanu Chaudhury, Director, IIT Jodhpur, said: “This recognition serves as a tremendous source of inspiration, reinforcing our dedication to working tirelessly for the advancement of technology.”

According to the Press Release, some other excellent initiatives began by the Institute include: School of Liberal Arts, offering programmes in Computational Social Science and Digital Humanities, the Centre of Excellence on Arts and Digital Immersion (ADI) offering a unique M.S. by research programme, and the Centre for Education and Technology for Education (CETE) conducting integrated Teacher Education Programmes. Besides, IIT has established a transdisciplinary Centre of Excellence in Integrative Precision Health and an Ayurtech Center of Excellence collaborating with Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Rajasthan Ayurved University.

As the IIT gives prominence to science-based technology education and focuses on research and innovation, they have associated with national missions like Atmanirbhar Bharat, Make in India, and more, through various initiatives and partnerships.

Apart from this, the institute collaborates with various stakeholders for societal and environmental cause, and also develop indigenous technologies aligned with the national missions. Also, several campus sustainability initiatives including smart graded water supply grid, innovative water irrigation system, and many more is commendable.

IIT Jodhpur was established in 2008 with an objective of enhancing technology education and research in India. The institute, located at the gateway to the Thar Desert, is devoted to a multidisciplinary approach of technology development. The campus is carefully planned, and stands as a symbol of academics.