Galgotias University Launches AI Lab, Pledges INR 50 Crore Investment for Innovation

Galgotias University Launches AI Lab, Pledges INR 50 Crore Investment for Innovation

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New Delhi, Updated on May 16, 2025 16:57 IST

Union Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurated the AI lab in Galgotias University to foster future-ready education and aim to embed innovation, hands-on learning, and advanced technology into the academic ecosystem.

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Galgotias University inaugurated an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education Lab at the premises. The university aims to scale university's investment to INR 50 crores over the next three years. The AI education lab was inaugurated by Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry.

The event was also attended by prominent leaders, including Brijesh Pathak, Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh; Aman Gupta, Co-founder and CMO of boAt; alongside Suneel Galgotia, Chancellor, and Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, CEO of Galgotias University. The new AI Lab is equipped with next-generation infrastructure to provide students with hands-on experience with real-world exposure to AI, Machine Learning and emerging technologies. 

Marking the occasion, Dr. Dhruv Galgotia said, “This AI Lab is a testament to our commitment to create a world-class, innovation-driven university. At Galgotias, we are not just teaching students about the future—we are building it with them. We aim to consistently contribute to the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 through cutting-edge research, technology integration, and skill-first learning. This initiative will power the expansion of AI-based infrastructure, research capabilities, and global academic collaborations.”

Designed to provide students with 24/7 access to advanced computing, the lab is equipped with NVIDIA GPU-powered systems that handle high-performance AI applications, setting it apart from normal computers. The change will provide access to experiential learning, allowing students to overcome the gap between theory and application.

The newly established AI Lab will also function as a focus for innovation, faculty development, and industry engagement, bridging the gap between academia and the fast-changing demands of the AI economy.

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Q:   What are the facilities provided by Galgotias University?
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Galgotias University provides modern amenities with state-of-the-art infrastructure to its students. The university campus is spread over an area of 52 acres of rolling greens at a prime location on the Yamuna Expressway. The facilities include a fully Wi-Fi campus, Air-conditioned classrooms with audio-visual and multi-media facilities, Well equipped Conference hall and Seminar hall, 24-hour Internet connectivity with 4Mbps bandwidth, Separate Hostels for boys & girls with adequate safety arrangements for girls’ hostel, Tie-up with nearby hospital for OPD and emergencies, laboratories, a library, hostels, cafeterias, etc. Additionally, the university also has indoor and outdoor sports facilities for students.

Q:   Does Galgotias University has a hostel facility?
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Yes, Galgotias University has a hostel facility both for boys and girls. The campus hostels are surrounded by lush green lawns and playing fields. The hostels have uninterrupted power backup. There are also facilities for indoor games like TT, carom, chess, etc. The management of the hostel is under the control of a warden or hostel in charge. With a sense of community and brotherhood, students have a cosy and comfortable stay. The canteen at the hostel serves students hygienic, high-quality food that has been cooked by chefs with formal training. The hostel mess serves very well, filling meals. The mess accommodates the diverse gastronomic interests of students from various geographical locations. The management, the caterer, and the students work together to plan and oversee the mess menu.

Q:   What are the concepts introduced in the first year of BTech at Galgotias University?
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In the first year of the BTech degree at Galgotias University candidates go through the concepts that they've already studies in their Class 11 and Class 12. This is done so that students know the basics of the concepts that they're going to use during their time at the course. The first year also ensures that students coming from different boards are on the same level about necessary concepts required for engineering.

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