Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU) and the ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources (ICAR-NBFGR) signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 4 November 2026. The agreement aims to promote cooperation in teaching, research, extension, and community services between the two institutions.
Collaboration and Benefits
Under this MoU, both institutions will share their facilities, resources, and expertise. There will be exchange programs for teachers and staff, and opportunities will be provided to undergraduate, postgraduate students, and researchers for study, internships, and research projects.
Joint seminars, conferences, training programs, and faculty development initiatives will be organised. The institutions will also encourage collaborative research projects and work together to secure national and international research grants.
Academic Development
Special focus will be given to the academic growth of students and researchers. Both institutions plan to run joint online courses (MOOCs) and exchange technical expertise, offering students practical knowledge and access to advanced research facilities. This collaboration opens doors for work in emerging research fields.
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Professor Raj Kumar Mittal, Vice-Chancellor of BBAU, highlighted the importance of such partnerships between academic and national research institutions in advancing university progress. He stated that this MoU will help connect students and researchers with practical knowledge, enhanced research facilities, and expert guidance.
The collaboration will also provide new opportunities for faculty and researchers for joint research, promote interdisciplinary studies, and improve academic quality through the exchange of knowledge and expertise. It aims to establish a long-term relationship between the two institutions, fostering new opportunities in teaching, research, and innovation.
Participants
The event was chaired by Professor Raj Kumar Mittal and attended by key figures including Dean of Academic Affairs Professor S. Victor Babu, Director of ICAR-NBFGR Dr. Kajal Chakraborty, and Registrar Dr. Ashwini Kumar Singh. Other notable attendees included Professors Sangita Saxena, Abha Mishra, V. Alongwan, Dr. Subhash Mishra, Professor Subhash Mishra, and Dr. Tarachand.


