Imphal: Prof. D. Somayajulu, Director of the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Manipur, along with two colleagues, met with Governor Anusuiya Uikey at Raj Bhavan here on Tuesday to discuss various developmental initiatives at the institute.
The team informed the Governor that NIT Manipur currently has approximately 1,200 students, with 50% hailing from Manipur. They highlighted the challenges posed by the lack of a permanent campus but noted that steps are underway to establish one on a 341-acre site.
A detailed project report (DPR) has been submitted to the Ministry of Education, and an expert team has been formed to assess the institute’s current status and infrastructure. Once approved, construction will begin promptly. The team also requested the Governor’s assistance in ensuring adequate security for the institute.
Governor Uikey commended the institute for its role in providing quality higher education and assured the team of her full support in the institute’s development.
In a separate meeting, Prof. Pulok Kumar Mukherjee, Director of the Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development (IBSD), Imphal, along with two officials, invited Governor Uikey to attend a program at the institute scheduled for the following day. They discussed how the institute is advancing the preservation of the state’s rich biodiversity, particularly medicinal plants.
The Governor accepted the invitation and encouraged the team to initiate training programs on medicinal plants to help residents maximize their potential benefits.
