Ganpat University - GUNI, India

Ganpat University (GUNI) shines on the Global Stage! 🌍

Ganpat University has been recognised globally by the Times Higher Education (THE) Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026 — measuring universities worldwide against the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Key highlights of GUNI's global impact:

🌐 OVERALL: Ranked 601–800 globally
🎓 SDG 4: Quality Education — Ranked 101–200
⚡ SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy — Ranked 201–300
💧 SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation — Ranked 301–400
🏭 SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure — Ranked 301–400
❤️ SDG 3: Good Health and Wellbeing — Ranked 401–600
🤝 SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals — Ranked 801–1000

This recognition belongs to our visionary leadership, dedicated faculty, staff, alumni, hardworking students, and all our stakeholders. 🙏

🔗 Full ratings: https://www.timeshighereducation.com/impactrankings

🎓 Admissions: https://admission.ganpatuniversity.ac.in/

🤝 Forging Strategic Partnerships for Sustainable Growth and Future-Ready Impact

One of the defining outcomes of the Global CSR & Philanthropy Summit 2026 was the successful signing of four landmark Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs), reinforcing Ganpat University's commitment to advancing skill development, employability, rural transformation, and industry-academia collaboration.

These strategic partnerships mark an important step toward creating meaningful opportunities for students, professionals, and communities while strengthening India's knowledge and innovation ecosystem.

✨ Key Collaborations Formalized During the Summit:

🔹 BFSI Sector Skill Council of India (BFSI SSC)
Strengthening workforce readiness through corporate-funded skill development initiatives focused on candidate mobilization, professional training, certification, and placement support in the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance sectors.

🔹 IPL Foundation – Indian Centre for Rural Outreach (ICRO)
Advancing climate-resilient agriculture and rural livelihoods through student internships, agricultural extension programs, sustainable farming initiatives, and community development frameworks.

🔹 Pramukh Management Pvt. Ltd.
Enhancing student employability through structured industry engagement, localized upskilling workshops, On-the-Job Training (OJT), and direct employment pathways for graduating students.

🔹 Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC), New Delhi
Establishing a Centre of Excellence to promote advanced automotive and engineering education through faculty development programmes, industry-aligned curriculum design, and specialized certification opportunities.
These collaborations reflect a shared vision of empowering learners, strengthening communities, fostering innovation, and creating sustainable impact through education, technology, and strategic partnerships.

We extend our sincere gratitude to all partner organizations, industry leaders, and stakeholders who joined us in this collective mission. Together, we are building stronger pathways for employability, entrepreneurship, social innovation, and nation-building.

📘 Documenting a Vision for a Sustainable and Knowledge-Driven India

One of the most significant milestones of the Global CSR & Philanthropy Summit 2026 was the official unveiling of the landmark publication, "Building India's Knowledge Ecosystem through CSR Funding, Skills Integration & Social Innovation."

This publication represents the collective wisdom, research, experiences, and strategic perspectives shared by distinguished policymakers, industry leaders, academicians, CSR professionals, and social changemakers who participated in the summit. More than a publication, it serves as a practical roadmap for strengthening collaboration between academia, industry, government, and civil society to drive sustainable national development.

The volume highlights actionable frameworks for fostering student entrepreneurship, integrating future-ready skills, advancing CSR-driven innovation, and creating scalable social impact initiatives that can empower communities across India.

We are proud to have facilitated the creation and unveiling of this important knowledge resource, which will continue to guide meaningful dialogue, inspire innovative partnerships, and support evidence-based decision-making in the years ahead.

Our sincere gratitude goes to all contributors, thought leaders, researchers, and stakeholders whose insights and expertise made this publication possible. We look forward to seeing these ideas translate into impactful policies, transformative programs, and collaborative initiatives that strengthen India's knowledge ecosystem.

💻 Tech for Good: Leveraging CSR to Bridge India’s Digital Divide – Key Insights from Global CSR & Philanthropy Summit 2026

A major highlight of the Global CSR & Philanthropy Summit 2026 was Panel Discussion 2, which brought together distinguished technology leaders, CSR professionals, foundation representatives, and industry experts to explore how strategic CSR investments can accelerate digital inclusion and create lasting social impact across India.

The discussion focused on transforming technology from a resource into a catalyst for empowerment by developing scalable, sustainable, and community-driven models that improve access to education, digital literacy, innovation, and economic opportunities for underserved populations.

We were privileged to host an esteemed panel comprising:
🔹 Dr. Rakesh Patel – Director General (I/c), Ganpat University
🔹 Mr. Abhishek Banerjee – DGM-HR, Grid-India, New Delhi
🔹 Mr. Vijay Prakash – Sr. General Manager, The National Small Industries Corporation Limited, Lucknow
🔹 Mr. Dharmesh Gohel – Vice President, Bansidhar Ila Panda Foundation, Bhubaneswar
🔹 Mr. Arnab Choudhury – CSR Manager, Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd.
🔹 Mr. Rushin Patel – Associate Director, CSR, CMS Info Systems Ltd., Mumbai

The engaging session was expertly moderated by:
🎤 Dr. Sanjeev Acharya – Principal, GUNI-IoPH
🎤 Dr. Priyanka Pathak – Executive Dean & Chairperson, Ganpat University-CMSR

We extend our sincere appreciation to Dr. Bijaya Laxmi Mishra, Director, Centre for Distance and Online Education, for presenting a comprehensive summary of the panel's key discussions and recommendations.

Our heartfelt gratitude goes to all panelists, moderators, delegates, and participants whose valuable insights contributed to meaningful conversations around digital equity and inclusive development. The ideas and partnerships emerging from this session will continue to inspire innovative CSR-led initiatives that bridge digital gaps and empower communities across the nation.

🎓 Industry-Academia Collaboration for Future Skills & Employability: A Meaningful Exchange of Ideas at Global CSR & Philanthropy Summit 2026

One of the most impactful sessions of the Global CSR & Philanthropy Summit 2026 was Panel Discussion 1, which brought together eminent corporate leaders, policymakers, CSR professionals, and academic experts to explore practical approaches for building a future-ready workforce.

The discussion highlighted the critical need to bridge the gap between education and industry expectations, focusing on sustainable employability, skill development, and collaborative frameworks that can empower the next generation of professionals.

We were honored to host an exceptional panel featuring:
🔹 Mr. Ranjan Soumya – COO, BFSI Sector Skill Council
🔹 Mr. Dalsukh Vaghasiya – General Manager, Ambuja Foundation
🔹 Mr. Swadesh Saxena – Head-CSR, UPL Group
🔹 Mr. Ajay Umat – Group Editor, Nav Gujarat Samay & Ahmedabad Mirror
🔹 Dr. A. N. Bhadalkar – Director, STBI, Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of Gujarat
🔹 Dr. Rajeev Ranjan, IAS (R) – Senior Advisor, IPL Foundation
🔹 Ms. Garima Jhamb – Assistant Vice President, NEP Implementation & International Initiatives, ASDC
🔹 Mr. Ashish Mathur – General Manager, Skill Development-CSR, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd.
🔹 Mr. Amit Mehta – CEO, MAA Foundation, Vapi

The insightful session was expertly moderated by:
🎤 Dr. Remi Mitra, Executive Dean – International Affairs, Ganpat University
🎤 Dr. Kishor Barad, Sr. Director – Placements & Executive Education, Ganpat University

A special note of appreciation to Dr. Satyen Parikh, Sr. Pro Vice Chancellor, Ganpat University, for presenting a comprehensive summary of the key takeaways and actionable outcomes from the discussion.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all distinguished panelists, moderators, delegates, and participants for contributing their expertise and perspectives. Together, these conversations have laid a strong foundation for future collaborations that will shape the talent ecosystem and strengthen India's employability landscape.

🤝 Reflecting on a Visionary Welcome Address at the Global CSR & Philanthropy Summit 2026

The Global CSR & Philanthropy Summit 2026 commenced with an inspiring and forward-thinking Welcome Address delivered by Dr. Mahendra Sharma, Group Pro Chancellor & Joint President, Ganpat University.

Welcoming an esteemed gathering of chief guests, industry leaders, academicians, CSR professionals, policymakers, and social changemakers, Dr. Sharma eloquently articulated the summit's core vision of fostering meaningful partnerships between academia and industry to drive sustainable social transformation.

In his address, he emphasized the pivotal role of integrating corporate CSR initiatives with academic innovation to nurture student entrepreneurship, strengthen AI readiness, promote future-focused skills, and create long-term community impact. His insightful remarks set the tone for a day filled with collaborative dialogue, innovative thinking, and actionable strategies for nation-building.

As the summit concludes, we extend our sincere appreciation to Dr. Mahendra Sharma for his visionary leadership and inspiring message that reinforced the importance of collective action in shaping a socially responsible and future-ready India.

The discussions and partnerships forged during the summit will continue to inspire impactful initiatives that advance education, innovation, employability, and inclusive growth across the nation.

🌟 Reflecting on a Transformative Milestone: Global CSR & Philanthropy Summit 2026

Ganpat University proudly hosted the successful Global CSR & Philanthropy Summit 2026, organized by GUNI-CARE and GUNI-CCERT, bringing together distinguished corporate leaders, policymakers, academicians, philanthropists, and social changemakers on a common platform dedicated to nation-building through collaboration.

Guided by our vision of "Social Upliftment through Education," the summit fostered meaningful discussions on the evolving role of CSR and philanthropy in shaping a sustainable, inclusive, and future-ready India.

Key Highlights of the Summit:

🔹 From Charity to Nation Building – Inspiring perspectives on redefining CSR for India's knowledge-driven future.

🔹 Industry-Academia Collaboration – Strategic dialogues focused on strengthening employability and workforce readiness.

🔹 Future Skills, AI & Human Capital – Insights into preparing talent for the next era of technological advancement.

🔹 Tech for Good – Thought-provoking discussions on bridging the digital divide through impactful CSR interventions.

As a Government of Gujarat notified Centre of Excellence, Ganpat University remains committed to driving social innovation, fostering cross-sector partnerships, and creating meaningful impact through education and community engagement.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all speakers, delegates, partners, sponsors, and participants whose valuable contributions made this summit a resounding success. Together, we continue to build pathways toward a more responsible, empowered, and sustainable future.

Making India Proud on the International Stage 🇮🇳

Heartiest congratulations to Taksh Patel (GUNI-BSPP, ME 5th Semester) for his remarkable achievement at the Indo-Nepal International Championship 2026 held at Pokhara Rangashala Stadium, Nepal.

🥇 Gold Medal – 100m Long Jump
🥈 Silver Medal – 100m Running

Your dedication, perseverance, and outstanding performance have brought immense pride to Ganpat University and the nation. Wishing you continued success as you soar to even greater heights in your sporting journey!

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