Chennai, March 15 (Reporter) Nayanta University, a new and visionary educational institution, is set to begin classes in August 2025 at its residential state-of-the-art campus at Bavdhan in Pune. The university is backed by a distinguished group of industrialists including Bharat Puri, Naushad Forbes, Farhad Forbes, Kris Gopalakrishnan, Nadir Godrej, Meher Pudumjee, and Satish Reddy. Nayanta University has been established under the Maharashtra State Private University Act. Admissions for the first cohort of 100 students opened in February 2025. The university’s permanent 100-acre campus in Pune is currently under development. Designed as a fully residential institution, it aims to foster a collaborative and immersive learning environment. Nayanta University offers a unique educational framework that seamlessly integrates the sciences, humanities, and social sciences with practical applications. The name "Nayanta' meaning "New Hope' reflects the university's vision to inspire positive change and bring forward-thinking education to students across India. In collaboration with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Nayanta will offer students exceptional opportunities for internships, mentorships, and placements across corporate, government, and social sectors. Talking to reporters here on Friday at its Chennai campus, Dr. Ranjan Banerjee, CEO of Nayanta Education Foundation, highlighted Nayanta University’s commitment, and said “Our goal is to create an institution that prioritizes student success, critical thinking, and leadership. By integrating academic excellence with real-world application, Nayanta University will empower students to become changemakers in society.” The Chennai launch event brought together prominent figures from the education sector, civil society, and industry, showcasing strong support for Nayanta University’s vision of transformative education...////...