Manipur International University
| Type | State Public University |
|---|---|
| Established | 2018 |
| Location |
Manipur International University (MIU) is an Autonomous Public University established and recognised by the State Government of Manipur.
History
The Manipur International University is established by the State Government of Manipur via Manipur International University Ordinance, 2018 (Manipur Ordinance No.1 of 2018) which was notified in the Official Gazette on 26th June 2018. [1] Later, the monsoon session of the Manipur State Legislative Assembly has unanimously passed the Manipur International University Bill, 2018 (Manipur Bill No.8 of 2018) on 23rd July 2018. [2] [3]
While in July 2018, immediately after the passage of the University bill, Th. Radheshyam, the Education minister of the State of Manipur has announced that "the Manipur International University will be set up in the state and would have a capacity of 30,000 students. The university will be expanded in different districts of the state and will give free education to around 3,000 students." [4] [5]
References
- ^ https://manipur.gov.in/?p=14027
- ^ "Monsoon session ends amid protest".
- ^ "Manipur People's Bill, Manipur International University Bill passed". 24 July 2018.
- ^ "Education minister appeals for restoration of normal classes". www.ifp.co.in.
- ^ "Education minister appeals for restoration of normal classes - TangkhulOnline". tangkhulonline.com.