Vadodara: Anand Agricultural University ( AAU ) bagged the FICCI Higher Education Excellence Award 2024 in the category of excellence in research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The award was announced at the 19th FICCI Higher Education Summit 2024 held recently in New Delhi. "The award selection process was highly competitive, with various notable institutions from across India submitting their credentials," said AAU vice-chancellor Dr K B Kathiria.
He added that after a thorough scrutiny and shortlisting process, AAU was invited to present its achievements before a grand jury of national and international experts. The presentation was given by Dr M K Jhala, AAU's director of research and dean of PG Studies, in New Delhi. AAU registrar Dr G R Patel received the award during the summit that focused on the theme "Changing Paradigms of Higher Education in the Global Landscape".
AAU's recognition is primarily attributed to two flagship initiatives - the Agriculture Market Intelligence and Incubation Centre..