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New Delhi, Updated on Jul 30, 2025 15:27 IST

On the occasion of the NEP anniversary, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated key initiatives at IIT Bombay, including the launch of Project Evergreen and the newly constructed Desai Sethi School of Entrepreneurship (DSSE) building.

NEP Anniversary Celebrated at IIT Bombay

NEP Anniversary Celebrated at IIT Bombay

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated the Akhil Bharatiya Shiksha Samagam 2025 in New Delhi to mark five years of NEP 2020. The event brought together key stakeholders to review progress under the policy and outline future goals. On the occasion, he also virtually launched two landmark projects at IIT Bombay: Project Evergreen and the new Desai Sethi School of Entrepreneurship, highlighting the Institute’s commitment to innovation, inclusion, and infrastructure in line with NEP 2020.

Speaking on the occasion, he extended heartfelt wishes on the successful completion of five years of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. He emphasised that NEP 2020 embodies the transformative vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who places education at the core of India’s development journey. As the country advances toward the goal of “Viksit Bharat 2047,” he noted, the NEP stands as a national mission guiding this progress.

Project Evergreen: Alumni Powering a New Era in Student Living

Project Evergreen stands out as one of IIT Bombay’s most impactful alumni-led initiatives, uniting over 30 batches to create three world-class hostels: H7, H8, and H21 with 848 rooms and 1,127 beds. Designed to enhance student life, this landmark project reflects the power of alumni collaboration and a deep commitment to enriching the campus experience.

Empowering Women in STEM: Coal India's Pivotal Contribution

As part of IIT Bombay's growing focus on inclusive campus infrastructure, Coal India Limited has played a significant role in strengthening housing for women students. Coal India Limited enabled the creation of Hostel 21 (part of Project Evergreen), a dedicated women's hostel that now accommodates 370 girl students. This collaboration with one of India's premier institutions reflects our belief that quality infrastructure plays a crucial role in nurturing future leaders.

New DSSE Building: Empowering Student Entrepreneurs

The newly inaugurated Desai Sethi School of Entrepreneurship (DSSE) building at IIT Bombay spans 1,15,000 sq. ft and offers collaborative workspaces, labs, and incubation facilities to foster student innovation. Supported by alumnus Bharat Desai and Neerja Sethi, the centre aligns with NEP 2020’s vision of nurturing job creators. So far, DSSE has benefited over 4,750 students, mentored 1,120+, formed 430 venture teams, and helped register more than 109 startups.

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“The Desai Sethi School of Entrepreneurship reflects the spirit of India’s National Education Policy, empowering students to think boldly, take risks, and translate ideas into impact. With its world-class ecosystem, IIT Bombay is uniquely positioned to shape the next generation of innovators and job creators. Our hope is that this building becomes a vibrant hub where students, mentors, researchers, and industry leaders come together to move ideas from lab to market, and from inspiration to enterprise,” said Bharat Desai.

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