Chandigarh University (CU), Uttar Pradesh is a India’s first AI-augmented University which was inaugurated by CM Yogi Adityanath

Chandigarh University opened the doors to India’s First AI-Augmented Multidisciplinary University in Uttar Pradesh on 26^th July 2025. In a historic moment for the state, Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, was inaugurated by Hon’ble Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, beginning its journey of transforming higher education through AI-enabled education, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and industry-backed curriculum.

The Hon’ble Chief Minister began by planting a tree in the center of the campus as a symbol of blending environmental importance and technological advancements and then, in a grand ceremony, unveiled the foundation stone of the university. While addressing the students, parents, and dignitaries, he praised CU-UP for integrating artificial intelligence into its education model, which perfectly aligns with the National Education Policy and the vision of Viksit Bharat.

With an investment of ₹2500 crores, CU-UP stands as the most advanced among all the 47 private universities in the state, remarked the Hon’ble Chief Minister, pointing out that the campus is a future hub for higher education and new standards of academic excellence.

Rajya Sabha MP and Hon’ble Chancellor Shri Satnam Singh Sandhu stressed the importance of bringing world-class education to UP so students no longer need to go far-off places to pursue excellence. “Why should they have to leave when they can learn, lead, and thrive right here in Uttar Pradesh?” he said.

Cabinet ministers like Mr. Nand Gopal Gupta, Mr. Yogendra Upadhyay, Dr. Swami Sachidanand Hari Sakshi Maharajandother state leadersgraced the historic celebration along with industry stalwarts and hundreds of students and families.A momentous day for education in India, the event was a culmination of dreams being born, ideas being exchanged, and an important milestone in India’s AI revolution.