Maharashtra to Establish Tribal University in Nashik for Tribal Students' Development
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Announcement | Maharashtra Governor Shri. C. P. Radhakrishnan announced the establishment of a tribal university in Nashik district. |
| Location | Nashik district, Maharashtra. |
| Purpose | To provide quality education from Kindergarten to Post-graduation level, focusing on tribal students. |
| Seat Reservation | 80% of seats reserved for tribal students. |
| Governor's Role | As per the Maharashtra University Act 1984, the Governor is the Chancellor of state-run universities and can announce educational foundations. |
| Objectives | - Train tribal students to compete globally.- Provide modern education to tribals in isolation.- Enhance employability, especially in Nashik's industrial sector.- Promote social development in the area. |
| Facilities | Best facilities for engineering and higher education. |
| Existing Tribal Universities in India | - Indira Gandhi National Tribal University.- Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh. |
| Reservation in Other Institutes | Seats reserved for tribal students in IITs, IIMs, and central/state-run universities. |