The University Grants Commission (UGC) is going to approve foreign universities to open campuses in India. This has been done to provide the students with education from foreign universities in their own country and not abroad.
There are three foreign universities operating in India at present. The government has altered rules to enable foreign institutions to become a part of the Indian education system.
According to Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, around 14 to 15 lakh Indian students pursue higher studies abroad, resulting in an outflow of funds. In an effort to provide opportunities for students to study within the country, the government is going to allow foreign universities to open campuses in India.
Over 50 major international universities have shown interest in getting UGC recognition and are holding talks with state governments, says Dharmendra Pradhan.
"Approvals will be made after these universities have been rated according to our standards. Pradhan asserted that this measure is in the best interests of the pupils."
The UGC will rate these foreign universities on its standards and grant approvals. Pradhan asserted this is in the students' interests and will enable them to achieve access to education opportunities.
The government has also pledged to supporting institutional independence and guaranteeing foreign universities shall enjoy self-governance upon settling in India. And wishes to maintain standards high in the education sector. While answering a question regarding punishments for universities for violating rules, Pradhan mentioned that the government will do what is required.
More than 50 Foreign Universities apply to UGC for approvals to open campuses in India
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