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Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis Opens Australian University's First Indian Campus in Mumbai
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🗓 19 Sep 2026, 04:46 AM
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Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated the inaugural Indian campus of an Australian university in Mumbai, marking the institution’s first foothold in the country.
The inauguration ceremony was held in Mumbai, where Maharashtra’s chief minister Devendra Fadnavis officially opened the first Indian campus of an Australian university. The event was attended by university officials and state representatives, underscoring the collaborative effort between the two sides.
The new campus represents the university’s initial entry into the Indian higher‑education market, offering students access to curricula designed abroad. Officials highlighted that the presence of an overseas institution could broaden academic options and foster research partnerships within the region.
During the proceedings, the chief minister remarked on the importance of expanding international educational opportunities for Indian youth, noting that such initiatives align with Maharashtra’s goal of becoming a hub for quality learning and skill development.
The new campus represents the university’s initial entry into the Indian higher‑education market, offering students access to curricula designed abroad. Officials highlighted that the presence of an overseas institution could broaden academic options and foster research partnerships within the region.
During the proceedings, the chief minister remarked on the importance of expanding international educational opportunities for Indian youth, noting that such initiatives align with Maharashtra’s goal of becoming a hub for quality learning and skill development.