Chandigarh/Sri Anandpur Sahib: In a landmark move for Punjab’s education sector, the State Assembly has passed the ‘Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur World Class University Bill 2026’. To be established at the holy land of Sri Anandpur Sahib, this institution is set to become a global hub for advanced learning and research.
Focus on Future Technologies:
Unlike traditional universities, this institution will focus on cutting-edge fields to prepare students for the 2030s workforce. Key departments will include:
- Military Robotics: Training youth for modern defense and autonomous systems.
- Cyber Security: Creating experts to secure the global digital infrastructure.
- Space Technology: Encouraging research in satellite and space exploration.
- Artificial Intelligence (AI): Mastering the tools of the future.
Why This Matters:
The university aims to curb the ‘brain drain’ from Punjab by providing international-standard education locally. By offering courses that are in high demand globally, the Punjab government hopes to attract investments from top tech firms and provide world-class career opportunities to the state’s youth.