"Empowering Women in Delhi University Through Education"

Delhi University Women's Education — _{Image source: express photo}

Delhi University, renowned for its academic excellence, has revealed an ambitious vision for the next 25 years, aiming to solidify its position as a multidisciplinary research-intensive institution. The university’s strategic roadmap, Envisage DU 2047, places a strong emphasis on empowering women in the fields of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), herbal product development, drug discovery, and nanomedicine. This holistic approach seeks to deliver economic, social, and cultural benefits while fostering innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit.

In a document set to be presented during the upcoming Executive Council meeting on June 9, Delhi University outlines its six focal areas: Education and students’ experience, research, university community, campus and local community engagement, industry collaborations, and global impact. These domains align with the core parameters of Branding, Resource Generation, Philanthropy, and Globalization.

To mitigate the challenges posed by funding cuts, the university proposes revitalizing financial support beyond government sources. Recognizing the need for sustainable funding in higher education, healthcare, and research, Delhi University is determined to secure resources through alternative means.

As part of their visionary plans, the university intends to launch a postgraduate program in AI and ML by 2045, leveraging their expertise in herbal and nanomedicine research to identify active compounds from plant resources for disease treatment. This pioneering endeavor aims to bridge the gap between traditional knowledge and modern advancements.

Daman Saluja, Chairperson of the Research Council and Joint Director of Delhi School of Public Health, expressed enthusiasm about this long-term plan, highlighting the university’s commitment to shaping the future. Saluja clarified that any inconsistencies in the proposal, such as the inclusion of a private university’s logo in the globalization section, were likely oversights during the collaborative process.

Re-reported from the story originally published in https://indianexpress.com/