SIDDIPET, NOVEMBER 11, 2026: Kaveri University, Gowraram, Siddipet, Telangana, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the ICAR-National Institute of Abiotic Stress Management (ICAR-NIASM), Baramati, Pune, to promote academic collaboration, advanced agricultural research, postgraduate education, and student training.
The MoU aims to establish a long-term collaborative relationship between the two institutions, particularly in the areas of agricultural sciences, crop improvement, soil science, biotechnology, natural resource management, agricultural engineering, crop protection, and emerging technologies relevant to agricultural and food systems.
Addressing the gathering on this occasion, Vice-Chancellor Professor V. Praveen Rao highlighted the importance of institutional collaborations in strengthening agricultural education, scientific research, innovation, and industry-relevant learning. He emphasised that this MoU would provide valuable opportunities for students, research scholars, and faculty members to work closely with eminent scientists and utilise advanced research facilities at ICAR-NIASM. He further stated that such partnerships would enhance the quality of postgraduate and doctoral research and contribute to addressing contemporary challenges in agriculture through scientific innovation and technology.
As part of the MoU, ICAR-NIASM will be recognised as a collaborating institution for postgraduate and doctoral research. Eligible scientists from ICAR-NIASM may guide research scholars in accordance with university regulations. Both institutions will facilitate student exchange, research training, access to research infrastructure, laboratory instrumentation, and library facilities, subject to institutional rules and availability.
The collaboration also envisages joint research programmes, scientific publications, knowledge sharing, and the development of innovative solutions to address abiotic stresses affecting crops, animals, and fisheries.
The MoU will initially remain valid for three years, with the possibility of extension up to five years through mutual consent.
This strategic partnership marks an important milestone for Kaveri University in expanding its research ecosystem, strengthening academic excellence, and creating greater opportunities for students and research scholars through collaboration with a prestigious ICAR research institution.
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