One of the most evocative moments of the evening was the recreation of the iconic “Ambika Sheraton,” a small chai tapri located just outside the erstwhile Sion campus of Welingkar Institute, fondly remembered by former students and faculty alike. Known for its endless cups of chai and conversations that shaped friendships and ideas, the Ambika Sheraton was recreated in the WeSchool foyer, creating a wave of nostalgia and reaffirming the institution’s belief that some of the strongest institutional bonds are also reinforced outside classrooms, over conversations and connections.

The celebrations began with a special “Match of Legends” cricket match. The friendly match brought together alumni, faculty, and students, symbolising teamwork, sportsmanship, and the vibrant spirit that continues to define the WeSchool community.

A key highlight of the evening was the Power Hour Fireside Chat with distinguished Alumni and an inspiring talk by Captain Raghu Raman, who addressed alumni and students on leadership, organisational culture, and the challenges of scaling institutions. Drawing from his experience across the armed forces and the corporate world, Captain Raman emphasised the role of people, behaviour, and example-driven leadership.

Captain Raghu Raman, leadership consultant, Adani Group, said, “Institutions are not built by funds; they are built by people. You should never ever ask someone to do something that you cannot demonstrate physically. Troops will not do what you tell them to do. Troops will do what you do. Layer after layer of governance and bureaucracy slows organisations down, and very often 50% to 60% percent of our energy goes into battling internal issues rather than external challenges. If organisations want to scale, leaders must create a shared reality where people know each other as human beings and not just as designations, because leadership is about behaviour, example, and the stories people choose to follow.”

Addressing the gathering, Prof. Dr. Uday Salunkhe, Group Director, Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research (WeSchool), said, “ WeSchool’s growth did not happen by default but by design, driven by co-creation, co-production, and the belief that we may be constrained by land, but we are never constrained by mind.” He attributed WeSchool’s success in a big way to the WeSchool alumni who have stood like pillars of strength. He also fondly acknowledged alumni associated with and working at WeSchool as well as the global alumni present for the alumni meet.

The evening also featured student performances, Alumni awards, alumni networking, and a rooftop celebration with music and dinner, bringing the formal celebrations to a warm and energetic close while reinforcing the institution’s commitment to lifelong alumni engagement.

The Annual Alumni Meet 2025 culminated with the Pride of Welingkar Awards, recognising alumni who have demonstrated excellence, leadership, entrepreneurship, social impact, and sustained contribution across industries and geographies.

The Corporate Excellence Award recipients included Nitin Nabar (MMS 1987–89), Shriram Balasubramaniam (MMM 1994–97), Amit Kapur (MMS 1997–99), Mayuresh Kore (MMS 2000–02), Avishek Purkayastha (PGDM e-Biz 2002–04), Kedar Rele (MMM 2003–06), Shreyas Dukle (MIM 2003–06), Shekhar Joshi (MFM 2004–07), Sharad Sadadekar (MIM 2004–07), Bhushan Soman (PGDBM Finance 2005–07), Abhijit Kulkarni (PGDM 2006–08), Siddhi Shah (MMS 2007–09), Rahul Dedhia (MMS 2007–09), and Nilesh Rathod (MMS 2009–11).

The Women Leader Award was presented to Vaishali Srivastava (PGDM 1998–2000), Tina Kabra (PGDM 1999–2001), Shiksha Sethia (PGDM 2002–04), Sonali Puri (MMS 2005–07), Renuka Gowda (MHRDM 2007–10), Swapna Sundaram Iyer (PGDM e-Biz 2007–09), and Rohini Remje (MHRDM 2019–20).

The Entrepreneurial Success Award winners included Gaurav Kumar (PGDM 1998–2000), Dr. Nishant S. Mehta (MFM 2005–08), Aasim Merchant (PGDM e-Biz 2005–07), Avanti Ubhayakar (PGDM 2005–07), Ninad Thakre (PGDM BD 2008–10), Rishabh Nagwekkar (MMS 2012–14), and Siddhant Khare (PGDM e-Biz 2017–19).

The Social Entrepreneurship Award was conferred on Tanul Mohod (Business Design 2012–14), while the Super Achievers’ Award was presented to Dr. Sanjay Salunkhe (MMS 1989–91).

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National | 11 December 2025: The Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell (MIC), in collaboration with the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), today celebrated the outstanding winners of the Smart India Hackathon (SIH) 2025 at the Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research (WeSchool), marking a momentous chapter in India’s journey toward building a generation of innovators who will shape the country’s technological future.

Smart India Hackathon 2025 reached unprecedented scale this year, receiving 72,165 idea submissions from 68,766 student teams across 2,587 institutes. From these entries, 1,360 finalist teams comprising 8,160 students and 1,365 mentors qualified for the Grand Finale. These teams developed solutions for 271 problem statements issued by Ministries, State Departments, PSUs, and leading industries. With 60 nodal centres—42 for software and 18 for hardware, operating simultaneously across India, SIH 2025 reflects the Ministry of Education’s commitment to nurturing innovation, design thinking, and problem-solving capabilities at a national level in alignment with the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047.

At the WeSchool Nodal Centre, the Ministry of Education and AICTE awarded ₹1,50,000 to each winning team across the three problem statement categories, recognising their excellence, clarity of thought, and the practicality of their solutions. Runner-up teams were honoured with a ₹25,000 WeSchool Inspiration  Award for demonstrating exceptional innovation potential. Under the Ministry of Defence’s problem statement “Secure Closed Group Communication Platform,” the winner was Team Coding Krew led by Rudra Prasad M L from Chennai Institute of Technology, Tamil Nadu, while the runner-up title was secured by Team Humble led by T Preetham Reddy from Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology, Telangana. Under the second Ministry of Defence problem statement, “AI-enabled Cyber Incident & Safety Web Portal for Defence,” the winning team was Black Order led by Sai Shravan P from SRM Valliammai Engineering College, Tamil Nadu, and the runner-up position was secured by Team BruteForce_X led by Mohit Rathore from IPS Academy Institute of Engineering and Science, Indore.

Speaking about WeSchool’s role in advancing innovation and supporting the student community, Prof. Dr. Uday Salunkhe, Group Director, Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research (WeSchool), said; “At WeSchool, innovation and collaboration are central to our philosophy, and we continue to support students through incubation, mentorship, and access to funding and technology resources. Smart India Hackathon aligns perfectly with our mission of nurturing professionals who can solve real-world challenges, offering students a unique opportunity to work with Government ministries and industry experts. It places young innovators on the national radar and reinforces our Honourable Prime Minister’s vision of youth-led nation-building. We are proud to host teams from across India and remain committed to providing an enriching and supportive environment.”

For the Ministry of Railways’ SIH 25022 challenge at WeSchool, the winning team was nyx, led by Mihir Mahesh Phalke from Somaiya Vidyavihar University, Mumbai, and the runner-up team was The Avalanche, led by Riya Saraf from Facult Nature Care Sanganthan’s Group of Institutions, Jabalpur. These winning teams showcased not only strong technical proficiency but also a deep understanding of governance systems, national infrastructure priorities, and emerging digital frameworks critical to the future of India.

With the continued support of the Ministry of Education, AICTE, and academic institutions like WeSchool, Smart India Hackathon remains a cornerstone of India’s innovation movement, one that aligns strongly with the aspirations of Viksit Bharat @2047 and sets the foundation for a technologically advanced, self-reliant, and globally competitive India.

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National | 11 December 2025: The Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell (MIC), in collaboration with the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), today celebrated the outstanding winners of the Smart India Hackathon (SIH) 2025 at the Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research (WeSchool), marking a momentous chapter in India’s journey toward building a generation of innovators who will shape the country’s technological future.

Smart India Hackathon 2025 reached unprecedented scale this year, receiving 72,165 idea submissions from 68,766 student teams across 2,587 institutes. From these entries, 1,360 finalist teams comprising 8,160 students and 1,365 mentors qualified for the Grand Finale. These teams developed solutions for 271 problem statements issued by Ministries, State Departments, PSUs, and leading industries. With 60 nodal centres—42 for software and 18 for hardware, operating simultaneously across India, SIH 2025 reflects the Ministry of Education’s commitment to nurturing innovation, design thinking, and problem-solving capabilities at a national level in alignment with the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047.

At the WeSchool Nodal Centre, the Ministry of Education and AICTE awarded ₹1,50,000 to each winning team across the three problem statement categories, recognising their excellence, clarity of thought, and the practicality of their solutions. Runner-up teams were honoured with a ₹25,000 WeSchool Inspiration  Award for demonstrating exceptional innovation potential. Under the Ministry of Defence’s problem statement “Secure Closed Group Communication Platform,” the winner was Team Coding Krew led by Rudra Prasad M L from Chennai Institute of Technology, Tamil Nadu, while the runner-up title was secured by Team Humble led by T Preetham Reddy from Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology, Telangana. Under the second Ministry of Defence problem statement, “AI-enabled Cyber Incident & Safety Web Portal for Defence,” the winning team was Black Order led by Sai Shravan P from SRM Valliammai Engineering College, Tamil Nadu, and the runner-up position was secured by Team BruteForce_X led by Mohit Rathore from IPS Academy Institute of Engineering and Science, Indore.

Speaking about WeSchool’s role in advancing innovation and supporting the student community, Prof. Dr. Uday Salunkhe, Group Director, Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research (WeSchool), said; “At WeSchool, innovation and collaboration are central to our philosophy, and we continue to support students through incubation, mentorship, and access to funding and technology resources. Smart India Hackathon aligns perfectly with our mission of nurturing professionals who can solve real-world challenges, offering students a unique opportunity to work with Government ministries and industry experts. It places young innovators on the national radar and reinforces our Honourable Prime Minister’s vision of youth-led nation-building. We are proud to host teams from across India and remain committed to providing an enriching and supportive environment.”

For the Ministry of Railways’ SIH 25022 challenge at WeSchool, the winning team was nyx, led by Mihir Mahesh Phalke from Somaiya Vidyavihar University, Mumbai, and the runner-up team was The Avalanche, led by Riya Saraf from Facult Nature Care Sanganthan’s Group of Institutions, Jabalpur. These winning teams showcased not only strong technical proficiency but also a deep understanding of governance systems, national infrastructure priorities, and emerging digital frameworks critical to the future of India.

With the continued support of the Ministry of Education, AICTE, and academic institutions like WeSchool, Smart India Hackathon remains a cornerstone of India’s innovation movement, one that aligns strongly with the aspirations of Viksit Bharat @2047 and sets the foundation for a technologically advanced, self-reliant, and globally competitive India.

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The conference emphasized India’s rise as the GCC Capital of the World, highlighting collaboration between industry, academia, and policymakers. Discussions covered GCC trends, key sectors, leveraging digital infrastructure, and developing talent in AI, cloud, and cybersecurity. WeSchool’s role in bridging academia and industry, its collaborative leadership model, and support for Tier-2 and Tier-3 GCC hubs were also highlighted.

Kaustubh Dhavse, Special Advisor to the Chief Minister, remarked, “Maharashtra today is witnessing unprecedented investment momentum, with a structured approach towards attracting global capital, promoting ease of doing business, and creating a vibrant ecosystem for GCCs. It is the most important scale driver in the services sector, and they will transform the way businesses operate in India. Our new policies focus on enabling investment, providing capital and salary subsidies, promoting gender balance, and facilitating innovation, ensuring that Maharashtra continues to be the preferred destination for global talent and enterprise.”

Additionally, the conference coincided with the Maharashtra Government’s passing the GCCs policy in the cabinet.

Yogesh Brahmankar – Innovation Director at MOE’s Innovation Cell, Government of India, said, “Global Capability Centres are reshaping India’s talent landscape, and academia plays a key role in preparing future-ready human capital. Beyond technical skills, fostering an entrepreneurial mindset and innovation culture within organizations are critical to retaining talent and driving meaningful impact. We must encourage collaboration between industry and academia through small research projects, faculty immersion programs, and hands-on initiatives that bridge the gap between education and real-world challenges”.

Prof. Dr. Uday Salunkhe, Group Director, WeSchool, said, “At WeSchool, we feel a deep responsibility to contribute to the nation and society, and initiatives like this Round Table Conference provide a unique platform to do so. We aim to foster talent, innovation, and leadership that can support India’s vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. Our philosophy has always been to experiment, learn, and grow, whether it was pioneering India’s first programmes in e-business, retail, and design thinking, or launching innovative initiatives like the Temple Management Programme. Success comes not just from incremental growth but from bold, meaningful experimentation, driven by collaboration and a commitment to societal impact. We believe that industry-academia partnerships, especially with Global Capability Centres, can create immense value for talent development and innovation. At WeSchool, we are ready to work alongside GCCs to co-create solutions, address real-world challenges, and develop future-ready leaders for India.”

The conference saw participation from eminent leaders across industry and academia, including Guddi Rawat, Vice President – CXM, Analytics, Dentsu Global Service; Apurv Kodgule, Innovation Consultant, Capgemini; Ketan Bhagwate, CEO & Co-Founder, KAS Global Commerce; Raajiv Sachdeva, Chief Operating Officer, Datamatics Business Solutions; Dr. Amit Walinjkar, Director – Financial Services Sector, KPMG India; Jnanendra Mishra, Director, PwC;  Rahul Goyal, Managing Director, TIAA; Anirban Dass, VP – Asia Pacific Payroll and Professional Services, Strada; Devdatta Kulkarni, Director – Interoperability, Relatient; Sandeep Prabhani, Global Head Digital Business Operations, ATOS; Anil Tari, Technology GCC Leader & SAP Global Deployment Director, CIO, APAC, Ingram Micro; Mamata Morwankar, Head of Investment APAAC, Omnicom Media Group Asia Pacific (virtual); Noopurr P Shuklaa, Senior Director, Editorial & Dubbing Operations, Deluxe Entertainment Distribution India Pvt. Ltd.; Atul Samalia, Commercial Centre of Excellence – Strategic Deals, LTIMindtree; Milind Pednekar, Consultant, GCCs; Ketan Patkar, Tech & Strategy Consultant – Financial Services, PwC India; Dr. Narendra Tomar, Senior Account Director, Resmera Solutions PVT LTD.

The conference concluded with the formulation of a joint action roadmap for GCCs, academia, and policymakers, providing concrete recommendations on talent pipelines, future skills, and leadership development. The discussions reinforced India’s positioning as both GCC Capital and Global Innovation Capital while showcasing WeSchool’s leadership role in nurturing human capital and supporting PM Modi’s vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.

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Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Dr. Uday Salunkhe, Group Director, WeSchool, said, “In today’s BANI world, the role of skills and education extends far beyond traditional learning. It is about developing human capital that can adapt, innovate, and collaborate across borders. India’s vast tech talent, digital adoption, and entrepreneurial ecosystem, when combined with Italy’s deep expertise in design, manufacturing, and agri-food technologies, create a powerful opportunity. Such dialogues strengthen global partnerships and equip the next generation of leaders to drive sustainable innovation and inclusive growth.”

The panel brought together a distinguished line-up of speakers, including Mr. Alessandro Giuliani, Managing Director, SDA Bocconi Asia Centre; Mr. Alok Kumar, CEO, NSDC International, New Delhi; Prof. Rekha Singhal, Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai; Prof. Alessandro Biamonti, Rector’s Delegate for International Relations with India, Politecnico di Milano; and Prof. Venkata Santosh Kumar Delhi, IIT Bombay.

The dialogue brought forth synergies between India’s large tech talent pool, mass digital adoption, and robust startup ecosystem, and Italy’s deep expertise in design, advanced manufacturing, architecture, and agri-food technologies. The session offered actionable insights for academia, industry, and students alike, reinforcing the power of global partnerships in shaping the future.

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The inauguration ceremony was attended by  Shri Paresh Mehta, Regional Chairman, FIEO (WR),  Prof. Dr. Uday Salunkhe, Group Director, WeSchool, Shri Rishi Kant Tiwari, Regional Head, FIEO (WR) and hosted by  Shri Sharad Nileshwar, Sr. General Manager-Executive Education & Assistant Professor, WeSchool.

Shri Paresh Mehta, Regional Chairman, FIEO (WR) in his address stated, “The PGP-FTM is a journey that started 6 years ago, training over 250+ students & working professionals into Skilled EXIM Professionals.”

Highlighting the current scenario of Exports from India, he mentioned, “India’s total exports in the year 2024-25 increased by 6.01% reaching a record USD 824.9 Billion comprising of both Merchandise and Services exports. The PGP-FTM works in line with this vision of creating a skilled workforce as well as Entrepreneurs.”

Shri Rishi Kant Tiwari, Regional Head, FIEO (WR) during his address highlighted the opportunities in Exports and the significance of ECommerce Exports to the New Age Exporters.

Addressing the gathering, Prof. Dr. Uday Salunkhe, Group Director, WeSchool stated, “Exports is a sector of immense opportunities, however one must understand all the fundamentals of the same. More importantly, an Export Business needs to be adaptable enough in the challenging Business Environment which has moved from a VUCA (VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous)to a BANI (Brittle, Anxious, Nonlinear, Incomprehensible) framework.” He hoped that the skills learnt by the students will empower them to navigate through the challenges that the global businesses posed.

Dr. Salunkhe emphasized that this PGP-FTM is designed keeping in minds this changing scenario and will provide insightful knowledge about every importance aspect of an International Business.

The 8th Batch of the 11 month Post Graduate Programme in Foreign Trade Management (PGP-FTM) commences this month and will be conducted every Sunday at WeSchool Campus, Matunga.

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The PGDM in Rural Management is a flagship program with Vision to create corporate managers with Rural insights that prepares managers for both global and local (“GLOCAL”) markets through a variety of initiatives that span grassroots development to international collaborations. One such transformative initiative in the sustainability space involved aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in partnership with ConnectFor is a homegrown volunteering platform that matches skilled volunteers with NGOs across India. It aims to provide comprehensive resource solutions for the social sector by creating symbiosis amongst NGOS, volunteers and corporates, and adding value and structure to these associations.

The projects are under 12 cause verticals which includes: women empowerment, Education and Literacy, children, persons with disabilities, Health, seniors,  Environment and Sustainability, community development etc.

As part of this initiative, students from the PGDM Rural Management program collaborated with 87 NGOs across India, voluntered a total of 2,387 hours on management-focused projects and saving the amount of Rs. 13,17,862 for the NGOs. On an average Rs. 28,964 saved by each student.

The core skill sets that the students have been able to develop and worked on projects focused on: Business Development, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing/Management, Human Resource (HR), Content Writing/Blogging, CSR Research, Fundraising Strategy, Operations, Accounts & Admin, Graphic Design, Outreach., Translation and Research.

Recognizing the significant impact of this contribution to society the ConnectFor team — led by Ms. Aishwarya Bhulawala and Ms. Sloni Doshi — felicitated Prof. Dr. Uday Salunkhe, Group Director of WeSchool. The event was attended by Dr. Rachana Patil, Program In-Charge of Rural Management, and Dr. Vandana Panwar, Associate Professor of Rural Management.

This path-breaking initiative is a testament to the visionary leadership of Dr. Salunkhe, who strongly believes in giving back to society. WeSchool remains committed to creating ethically sensitive and socially responsible leaders and leveraging education to drive sustainable development.

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The PGDM in Rural Management is a flagship program with Vision to create corporate managers with Rural insights that prepares managers for both global and local (“GLOCAL”) markets through a variety of initiatives that span grassroots development to international collaborations. One such transformative initiative in the sustainability space involved aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in partnership with ConnectFor is a homegrown volunteering platform that matches skilled volunteers with NGOs across India. It aims to provide comprehensive resource solutions for the social sector by creating symbiosis amongst NGOS, volunteers and corporates, and adding value and structure to these associations.

The projects are under 12 cause verticals which includes: women empowerment, Education and Literacy, children, persons with disabilities, Health, seniors,  Environment and Sustainability, community development etc.

As part of this initiative, students from the PGDM Rural Management program collaborated with 87 NGOs across India, voluntered a total of 2,387 hours on management-focused projects and saving the amount of Rs. 13,17,862 for the NGOs. On an average Rs. 28,964 saved by each student.

The core skill sets that the students have been able to develop and worked on projects focused on: Business Development, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing/Management, Human Resource (HR), Content Writing/Blogging, CSR Research, Fundraising Strategy, Operations, Accounts & Admin, Graphic Design, Outreach., Translation and Research.

Recognizing the significant impact of this contribution to society the ConnectFor team — led by Ms. Aishwarya Bhulawala and Ms. Sloni Doshi — felicitated Prof. Dr. Uday Salunkhe, Group Director of WeSchool. The event was attended by Dr. Rachana Patil, Program In-Charge of Rural Management, and Dr. Vandana Panwar, Associate Professor of Rural Management.

This path-breaking initiative is a testament to the visionary leadership of Dr. Salunkhe, who strongly believes in giving back to society. WeSchool remains committed to creating ethically sensitive and socially responsible leaders and leveraging education to drive sustainable development.

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Mumbai | 11 September 2025: Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research (WeSchool), Mumbai, has announced admissions for the second batch of its pioneering Post Graduate Program in Temple Management (PGPTM), commencing in September 2025.

The announcement follows the successful graduation of the inaugural batch earlier this year, marking a significant milestone in WeSchool’s efforts to build temple management as a professional field of education in India.

Developed in collaboration with Temple Connect, the PGPTM is India’s first-of-its-kind program designed to professionalize the administration of temples and places of worship. The program adopts a scientific and management-driven approach, ensuring that devotees enjoy a seamless experience while temples strengthen their role as centers of spirituality, heritage, and community engagement.

The PGPTM offers a holistic curriculum with subjects ranging from community management and understanding the spiritual economy to heritage conservation and operational excellence in religious institutions. In addition to classroom learning, this year’s batch will gain from experiential learning through visits and interacting with experts, allowing students to observe and understand diverse management practices in real time. The program has already attracted a wide network of participants, with alumni from ISKCON Chowpatty, Rishikesh, Jivdani Devi Temple, as well as professionals from corporate backgrounds, reflecting its broad appeal. Interest in the program continues to grow—while the inaugural batch drew students from across India, including outside Maharashtra, the September 2025 intake is expected to triple to 60 students.

Speaking about the initiative, Prof. Dr. Uday Salunkhe, Group Director, WeSchool, said: “The graduation of our first PGPTM batch is a testament to WeSchool’s commitment to pioneering management programs that address the evolving needs of society. By combining contemporary management practices with India’s spiritual heritage, the PGPTM program not only equips students with unique skills but also contributes to cultural stewardship and nation-building. With the launch of the second batch, we aim to further strengthen this emerging domain and prepare professionals who can create meaningful impact in temple administration and beyond.”

With India’s temples increasingly serving as hubs of spirituality, heritage, and community engagement, the PGPTM program is a pioneering step towards creating a pool of skilled professionals who will contribute to cultural preservation and nation-building. The initiative also reflects WeSchool’s belief in education as a form of social responsibility, using management knowledge to enrich cultural and spiritual institutions.

Admissions for the September 2025 batch are now open.

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During the event, WeSchool received a Certificate of Recognition for its contribution as a long-standing partner supporting Queensland universities. This recognition reflects academic cooperation, knowledge exchange, and initiatives that have strengthened ties! Group Director of WeSchool, Prof. Dr. Uday Salunkhe received the Certificate of Recognition from Honourable David Crisafulli.

WeSchool is also proud to be among the earliest partners of Trade & Investment Queensland, a partnership that continues to foster innovation, collaboration, and global opportunities for students and institutions alike.

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