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Calls grow for a maritime varsity in Mangaluru
- Calls are increasing for the establishment of a maritime university in Mangaluru.
- The proposal is supported by Member of Parliament Capt Brijesh Chowta, citing the 500th birth anniversary of Rani Abbakka and the 50th year of the New Mangalore Port Authority.
- The university could enhance port-led development in the region, with NMPA potentially being involved.
- NMPA expressed readiness to collaborate and offer domain expertise and practical exposure for students.
- KCCI President Anand Pai highlighted Mangaluru's maritime heritage and the need for local maritime education.
- The university aims to bridge the gap in structured maritime education in Mangaluru.
- It is expected to attract local youth to the sector and foster innovation and entrepreneurship.
- The university would create a pool of skilled professionals, attracting investments and fostering a start-up ecosystem.
- It would provide academic progression for technical students and offer specialised maritime programs.
- Collaborative opportunities among educational institutions would be facilitated for joint research and training programs.
- Shipping expert N Kumar anticipates employment generation and meeting human resources requirements.
- NMPA is open to hosting the Centre of Maritime Excellence initially, paving the way for the larger university with central funding and partnerships.
- The initiative aims to start with the proof-of-concept phase before expanding into a full-fledged maritime university.
- The project envisions boosting the maritime sector and regional economy through education and skill development.
- The potential establishment of the maritime university is considered a significant step towards enhancing education and employment opportunities in the maritime industry.
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