Andhra University in Visakhapatnam (Vizag) has taken a significant step towards enhancing student employment and research opportunities by signing two memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with the Survey of India and Aurobindo Pharma Foundation. The agreements aim to provide students with internship opportunities, joint research initiatives, and academic support.
The five-year MoU with the Survey of India was signed by AU registrar Professor K Rambabu and additional surveyor general G Varuna Kumar, in the presence of vice-chancellor Professor G P Rajashekar. This partnership will enable students to gain access to internships at the National Institute for Geo-information and Technology, as well as participate in joint research projects, workshops, and conferences. The institutions will also facilitate the sharing of valuable information and provide academic support to students. Additionally, eligible staff from the Survey of India will be able to pursue ME, MTech, and PhD programs at Andhra University.
In a separate agreement, Andhra University has signed a ten-year MoU with the Aurobindo Pharma Foundation. As part of this partnership, a Skill Development Centre will be established in the Department of Chemistry at Andhra University. The centre will be equipped with state-of-the-art laboratory instruments and expert trainers, providing training to MSc students, research scholars, and students from affiliated colleges. Upon completing the training, students will receive assured employment opportunities at Aurobindo Pharma.
Professor Rajashekar expressed the university’s readiness to host national and international events in partnership with the Survey of India, highlighting the institution’s commitment to promoting research and collaboration. The signing of these MoUs is expected to have a positive impact on the students of Andhra University, providing them with enhanced employment and research opportunities. The partnerships will not only benefit the students but also contribute to the growth and development of the region. With these agreements, Andhra University has taken a significant step towards becoming a hub for research and innovation, and is poised to make a meaningful impact in the fields of geospatial technologies and pharmaceuticals.