New Delhi: Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya, Vadodara, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Navy to enhance logistics-related education, research, and training for the Indian Navy. The MoU was signed by Vice Admiral Deepak Kapoor (Controller of Logistics, Indian Navy) and Prof. Manoj Choudhary (Vice-Chancellor, Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya). The initiative aligns with national development initiatives including the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan 2021 and the National Logistics Policy 2022.
Key objectives of the MoU are as follows:
To strengthen the Indian Navy’s logistical framework by focusing on supply chain management, multimodal transportation, and sustainability in logistics.
To facilitate the exchange of expertise and case studies in areas such as AI applications, predictive analytics, and blockchain technology to elevate logistics practices.
To provide the officers of the Indian Navy with the opportunity to pursue academic degrees at Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV), alongside management development programs designed exclusively for them.
Significance of the Collaboration:
This collaboration with Gati Shakti University will cater to the education and research needs of all three defense services. Vice Admiral Deepak Kapoor emphasized the significance of this collaboration while stating, “This collaboration would empower the Navy with advanced logistics capabilities and practical insights, while Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya benefits from the Navy’s operational expertise.” In addition, Prof. Manoj Choudhary highlighted the role of efficient logistics in mobilizing forces quickly, He also underscored the university’s commitment to fulfilling its national mandate through innovation and collaboration.
Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya was established in 2022 as a central university under the Ministry of Railways. It aims to create world-class talent in the logistics and transportation sectors.
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