KTU to set up permanent campus
The Hindu
The varsity’s budget earmarks ₹176.3 crore for acquiring land in Vilappil in the capital
APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU) has provided thrust on acquiring land and setting up a permanent university campus in its budget announced for the 2021-22 fiscal on Tuesday.
The Board of Governors of the KTU approved the annual budget, presented by Syndicate member and finance committee chairman P.K. Biju, which anticipates a revenue of ₹377.3 crore and expenditure of ₹457.6 crore.
An outlay of ₹176.3 crore has been earmarked for acquiring the land that has been identified in Vilappil village. An amount of ₹105 crore has been allocated to establish a permanent campus. The budget observes that the establishment of schools is essential for the university to obtain 2(f) and 12(B) recognition by the University Grants Commission (UGC) to receive grants. Besides, multi-disciplinary schools were necessary to pursue excellence in innovation and emerging technologies.
After Leader of the Opposition in the Assembly R. Ashok’s prediction on Saturday that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will step down in November 2025 triggered intense political discussions in the State, Home Minister G. Parameshwara on Sunday said Mr. Siddaramaiah will continue for the full five-year term.