The meeting was attended by senior institutional leaders including Prof. Sanjeev Prashar, Director-In-Charge, IIM Raipur, Prof. Rajiv Prakash, Director, IIT Bhilai, Dr. N.V. Ramana Rao, Director, NIT Raipur, Mr. Ajit Bhatpahri, GM-CSTDC, Prof. Sumeet Gupta, IIM Raipur, and Dr. Anuj Shukla, NIT Raipur.

The discussions covered a wide spectrum of opportunities of collaboration between the Government of Singapore and the State Government of Chhattisgarh. Chhattisgarh, with its growing industrial base, was highlighted as a potential hub for semiconductor development and related collaborations. Avenues to bring in joint courses with the universities of Singapore and expanding the international student exchange programs were also explored as future areas of cooperation.

The Singaporean representatives expressed willingness to facilitate linkages between Indian institutes and the universities in Singapore, enabling collaborative research, student exchanges, and dual-degree programs. The importance of data centers and digital infrastructure was also underscored as a key enabler for these collaborations.

The representatives of the Government of Chhattisgarh and the Government of Singapore explored possibilities of collaboration between institutions located in Chhattisgarh and Singapore including universities, industries, and policy bodies.

All leaders reiterated their shared vision of creating platforms where Indian and Singaporean institutions could jointly contribute to research, innovation, and sustainable development. By combining India’s innovation-driven educational institutions with Singapore’s expertise in skill-oriented pedagogy and research, the initiative aims to create globally relevant programs that prepare students for the future.

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Bengaluru, August 9, 2025: In a landmark philanthropic initiative rooted in legacy and nation building, the Motilal Oswal Foundation (MOF) has committed ₹172 crore towards two of Chhattisgarh’s premier educational institutions, the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Raipur (₹101 crore) and the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Raipur (₹71 crore). The formal signing of the Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) was held today at DDU Auditorium, Raipur in the august presence of Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai, Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister Shri Vijay Sharma. Also present were Shri Brijmohan Agrawal, Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Raipur constituency and Shri Rajesh Munat, Hon’ble MLA, Raipur (West), Dr. Suresh Haware, Chairman NIT Raipur, Shri Puneet Dalmia, Chairman IIM Raipur, Dr. N. V. Ramana Rao, Director NIT Raipur, Dr. Sanjeev Prashar, Incharge Director IIM Raipur, IAS Dr. S. Bharthidasan, Secretary, Department of Skill Development along with Mr. Raamdeo Agrawal, senior officials from IIM Raipur, NIT Raipur, and the Government of Chhattisgarh.

This initiative, spearheaded by Mr. Raamdeo Agrawal, Chairman and Co-founder of Motilal Oswal Financial Services and Trustee of Motilal Oswal Foundation, is deeply personal. A proud native of Nagpura, a village near Raipur, Mr. Agrawal is giving back to the land of his birth and early education by investing in institutions that will define the region’s future.

The support to IIM Raipur will enable the construction of the “Agrawal Oswal Student Residence,” a 202-room hostel, and the “Dau Ram Gopal Agrawal Knowledge Centre,” an academic block named in memory of Mr. Agrawal’s late father. These additions are part of the institute’s expansion and will help increase the institute’s capacity from 500 to 1,200 students by 2030. The funding will also facilitate the launch of six international two-year dual degree MBA programs in collaboration with leading universities from the USA, UK, France, and Germany, enabling global education and preparing students from Bharat for international careers. It will help position IIM Raipur as an eminent institution in the top league.

At NIT Raipur, the Foundation is helping to establish the “Smt. Mithilesh Agrawal Centre of Excellence for Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Engineering and Technology” (MACIEET), named after Mr. Agrawal’s late mother. This initiative is being carried out in collaboration with NIT Raipur and the Government of Chhattisgarh. The centre will feature advanced laboratories focusing on AI, Robotics, Blockchain, IoT, and Clean Energy, along with facilities for prototyping, start-up incubation, and skill development. Its goal is to train over 10,000 young people, incubate over 250 start-ups, and generate 5,000 skilled jobs by 2030, aligning closely with the state’s key industrial sectors such as mining, iron, and steel. This will make NIT Raipur a centre of innovation.

Construction is scheduled to commence in FY2025-26, with both projects expected to be operational by FY2027-28. This philanthropic commitment by the Motilal Oswal Foundation supports the national vision of Viksit Bharat @2047 by empowering India’s youth with access to global quality education, skill-building, and entrepreneurship opportunities. 

Mr. Raamdeo Agrawal, Trustee of Motilal Oswal Foundation, said, “Chhattisgarh is where my roots lie. As a farmer’s son, I grew up close to this land. This soil, its spirit, and its simplicity have shaped my values and my journey. My first steps in learning were taken here, and everything I could do in life draws strength from that foundation. Education opened doors I had never imagined, and I have seen how the right support at the right time can change the course of a life. This support to the IIM Raipur and NIT Raipur is life coming full circle for me where I have got an opportunity to support Chhattisgarh based Institutions of National Importance. My dream is to see world-class institutions rise from this region, offering young minds an environment where they feel inspired, supported, and confident to dream big.”

Mr. Motilal Oswal, Chairman of the Motilal Oswal Foundation, added, “This milestone is deeply personal for me. Raipur gave me a business partner and a lifelong friend, Raamdeo Agrawal, a son of this sacred soil. Our journey, spanning over 40 years, was built on shared values, trust, and the quiet force of compounding of effort, ideas, and intent. This contribution is a heartfelt tribute to the land that sowed the seeds of our growth. We hope these institutions will produce hundreds of students like Raamdeo to rise with confidence, purpose, and the courage to dream big.”

Shri Puneet Dalmia, Chairman, Board of Governors, IIM Raipur, said, “The support from the Motilal Oswal Foundation will expand capacity, deepen academic excellence, and offer global learning opportunities to students from across Bharat. This initiative empowers us to nurture a new generation of inclusive, impact-driven business leaders. We are proud to be part of the nation-building vision that places Institutions like IIM Raipur at the centre of India’s global ascent.”

Dr. Suresh Haware, Chairman, Board of Governors, NIT Raipur, said, “This landmark tripartite collaboration is a powerful catalyst for progress, uniting philanthropy, government, and academia. The Smt. Mithilesh Agrawal Centre of Excellence is more than just a building; it’s the foundation for a new era of innovation in Central India. By fostering deep-tech research and nurturing an entrepreneurial spirit, we are creating a self-sustaining ecosystem that will empower our youth, strengthen our industries, and establish Chhattisgarh as a hub of technological advancement. This unique partnership serves as a powerful model for driving regional growth and national self-reliance.”

Dr. N. V. Ramana Rao, Director, NIT Raipur said, “The Smt. Mithilesh Agrawal Centre of Excellence is our commitment to building a ‘Viksit Bharat @2047’. This Centre will be the nexus of innovation for NIT Raipur and the entire region, directly serving Chhattisgarh’s core industries. Through our advanced labs in AI, Robotics, and Clean Energy, we will provide cutting-edge solutions, train over 10,000 professionals, and support 250 start-ups. We are creating a dynamic workforce and fostering industrial competitiveness, ensuring our academic strengths translates into tangible economic growth and a sustainable, technology-driven future.”

This initiative represents an investment in human potential, nurturing dreams and empowering the promise of a stronger, more inclusive India that grows from every part of the nation, including the very land that shaped Mr. Raamdeo Agrawal’s journey.

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During the MoU signing ceremony  Smt. Santosh, DDG, Ministry of Coal, SECL Director (Personnel) Shri Biranchi Das, Dr. NV Ramana Rao, Director, NIT Raipur, Shri Alok Srivastava, GM (Civil/Welfare/CSR), senior officials and professors of the Institute and senior officers from SECL CSR department were present on this occasion.

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MoU was signed between SAIL’s Bhilai Steel Plant & NIT Raipur in presence of Union HRD Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to share R&D facilities, undertake joint research projects, provide support for internship and placement of students & organise seminars, conferences based on mutual interests.

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