Oxford University Centre in Hyderabad? Revanth Reddy Invites Oxford to Expand Academic Presence

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has invited the University of Oxford to explore establishing a dedicated centre in Hyderabad as the state steps up efforts to position the city as a global hub for education, research, innovation and professional development.

The invitation was extended during Revanth Reddy's visit to Oxford on Friday as part of the Telangana Rising delegation's international outreach to build partnerships in education, research and investment.

Revanth Reddy Pitches Hyderabad as Education Hub

During his Oxford visit, the Chief Minister held discussions with Professor Maya Tudor of the Blavatnik School of Government and Professor Faisal Devji of Balliol College.

Revanth Reddy presented the Telangana Rising vision and outlined the state's plans to transform Hyderabad into a global education destination. He invited Oxford to explore bringing its executive education programmes, specialised research capabilities and academic expertise to the city.

The proposal also included the possibility of establishing a dedicated Oxford centre in Hyderabad, which could create opportunities in advanced education, research and professional development for students and working professionals.

The Oxford professors responded positively to the proposals and discussed potential areas of collaboration with the Telangana government, particularly in education, research and skill development.

Oxford Invited to Telangana Rising Global Summit

The Telangana delegation also invited Oxford University representatives to participate in the Telangana Rising Global Summit, scheduled to take place in Hyderabad on December 7, 8 and 9, 2026.

The proposed participation could provide another platform for discussions on potential academic, research and institutional partnerships between Oxford and Telangana.

Telangana Highlights Opportunities for Foreign Universities

1. Ramakrishna Rao, Advisor and Ex-officio Special Chief Secretary, Chief Minister's Office, made a presentation outlining opportunities available to foreign universities under India's National Education Policy (NEP) framework.

He highlighted the strategic advantages of Hyderabad and Telangana for international universities seeking to establish an academic presence in India.

The state is looking to attract overseas institutions across areas including higher education, research, innovation and skill development.

Revanth Reddy Visits Indira Gandhi's Alma Mater

During his London visit, Revanth Reddy also visited Somerville College, where former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi studied.

The Chief Minister paid his respects at Gandhi's portrait at the college. The portrait was gifted to Somerville College by Sonia Gandhi in 2002.

CM Woos GMR for Sports Infrastructure

Revanth Reddy also visited the Utilita Bowl, operated by the GMR Group, along with GMR Group Corporate Chairman Kiran Kumar Grandhi.

The integrated sporting facility includes a golf course, sports infrastructure and a hotel. The Chief Minister held discussions with Grandhi and GMR's global sports unit on developing world-class sports infrastructure in Telangana.

He invited GMR Group to invest in Telangana and partner with the state government to create international-standard sporting facilities.

Telangana Steps Up Global Outreach

The London engagements are part of Telangana's broader international outreach under the Telangana Rising 2047 vision.

From attracting global academic institutions to developing international-standard sports facilities, the state is seeking partnerships that could strengthen Hyderabad's position as a destination for education, research, investment, innovation and sports infrastructure.

While the Oxford centre remains at the proposal and discussion stage, the outreach marks Telangana's effort to deepen ties with one of the world's oldest universities and attract globally recognised academic expertise to Hyderabad.