New Delhi, May 1
Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood on Thursday formally declared that Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women (IGDTUW) has taken physical possession of 50 acres of land located in Sector G-2/G-6, Narela Sub-city, for building a new campus.
He made the announcement during the Foundation Day Ceremony and the 4th Research Excellence Awards of the University.
The land allocation is part of the Delhi government’s Rs 500-crore budgetary push to develop an ‘Edu-City’ in Narela sub-city.
This milestone paves the way for the development of IGDTUW’s much-anticipated permanent campus — a project poised to significantly expand opportunities for women in science, technology, engineering, and innovation, said an official.
“It gives me immense satisfaction to announce that IGDTUW has formally taken possession of 50 acres of land in Narela. This development is a powerful testament to our collective commitment to empowering women through inclusive, high-quality technical education. With this land, IGDTUW is well-positioned to become a leading institution not only in India, but globally, in women-led innovation, research, and academic excellence,†said the Education Minister.
Speaking at the Ceremony, Sood praised the university for its remarkable growth and contribution to technical education, research, and women’s empowerment.
“This is not just a university, it’s a symbol of transformation — of how young women, even with limited resources, are creating stories of excellence in laboratories, startups, and industries,†he said.
He highlighted the university’s commitment to sustainability, applauding its status as a zero-waste, zero-plastic campus. “It’s heartening to see that the very principles IGDTUW teaches — of technology and sustainability — are being implemented in its day-to-day functioning,†he said.
The Minister also underlined the institution’s 100 per cent placement record and its impressive achievements in research, including 103 research awards, 19 patents, and research incentives worth Rs 57 lakh being awarded to students.
“Despite operating from a small and old campus, IGDTUW today stands among India’s premier technical institutions. Its journey reflects the collective vision and hard work of its faculty, students, and administration,†he said.
Sood said it was a coincidence that Delhi’s Chief Minister, Director of Technical Education, and IGDTUW’s Vice-Chancellor are all women.
— IANS
Reader Comments
This is fantastic news! As an alumna of IGDTUW, I know how cramped our old campus was. A 50-acre campus will give so many more young women access to quality technical education. The zero-waste policy is especially commendable â™»ï¸
While I appreciate the initiative, Narela seems quite far from main Delhi. Hope proper transport and hostel facilities will be developed too. The government must ensure safety for students commuting to this new campus.
More power to our girls! 💪 With 19 patents already, imagine what they'll achieve with proper infrastructure. Hope other states follow Delhi's example in women's education. The 100% placement record speaks volumes about the quality.
Rs 500 crore Edu-City sounds ambitious. Hope the funds are properly utilized without corruption. The concept is good but execution matters most. Also, will there be similar investments in government schools across Delhi?
As a mother, I'm thrilled to see such opportunities for my daughter's generation. The focus on sustainability is what impresses me most - teaching young women to build eco-friendly tech solutions is the need of the hour.
Good initiative but why only for women? In the name of empowerment, we're creating gender-exclusive institutions. True equality would mean co-ed campuses with equal opportunities and safety for all.
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