Ashok Jhunjhunwala appointed new Chairman of IIIT Hyderabad
Prof Jhunjhunwala replaces founding Chairman Prof Raj Reddy.
The International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad (IIIT-H) has appointed Prof. Ashok Jhunjhunwala as the new Chairman. Prof Jhunjhunwala will replace founding Chairman Prof Raj Reddy. IIIT Hyderabad, founded to foster research and innovation and with teaching and learning, has emerged as a knowledge hub, propelling it into a league of leading international institutes of repute.
Prof. Ashok Jhunjhunwala who has a proven track record of visionary leadership and a deep passion for education is poised to lead IIIT Hyderabad to new heights of excellence. Prof Raj Reddy, who made significant contributions was felicitated for decades of service as the Founding Chairman of the institute.
According to Prof. P J Narayanan, Director IIIT-H, “We are extremely delighted to welcome Prof Ashok Jhunjhunwala and look to his guidance in creating waves in the scientific world and garnering a top slot among global institutions. Simultaneously, we are grateful to Prof Raj Reddy for his unstinted support and contribution to the growth of IIIT-H. His guiding light will always remain a mainstay of our existence. We are at a cusp of the institute’s lifecycle where the growth trajectory will make us a force to reckon with. We are a self-sustaining institute committed to building an inclusive society in our quest for nation building.”
Prof. Ashok Jhunjhunwala, Incoming Chairman, IIIT- H said, "As I take over as chairman of this prestigious institute, I am both honored and excited to carry on the legacy of excellence established by my predecessor and the dedicated team of faculty. The institution has achieved milestones, and I am determined to build on this solid foundation. My vision for the institute is to expand our horizons while maintaining our position as a hub for technological innovation and education. I believe in creating an environment that promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, where the lines between disciplines blur but research thrives at the intersections. We will continue to invest in world class infrastructure, hire top-tier faculty members, and update our curricula to reflect the most recent industry trends in the coming years.”
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