Bidar University
ಬೀದರ್ ವಿಶ್ವವಿದ್ಯಾಲಯ | |
| Type | State University |
|---|---|
| Established | 2022[1] |
| Chancellor | Governor of Karnataka[2] |
| Vice-Chancellor | Prof. B. S. Biradar[3] |
| Location | Halhalli, Bidar , , India 17°53′51″N 77°21′26″E / 17.8974°N 77.3573°ECoordinates: 17°53′51″N 77°21′26″E / 17.8974°N 77.3573°E Fatal error: The format of the coordinate could not be determined. Parsing failed. |
| Campus | Urban[4] |
| Affiliations | [5] |
| Website | bidaruniversity |
Bidar University (Kannada: ಬೀದರ್ ವಿಶ್ವವಿದ್ಯಾಲಯ) is a state university located in Bidar, Karnataka, India. Established through the Karnataka State Universities (Amendment) Act, 2022 (Act No. 26 of 2022),[1] the university operates from its main campus in Bidar with modern academic infrastructure and facilities.[4] The university has received approval from the University Grants Commission.[7]
History
The university was established by the Government of Karnataka in 2022 as part of an expansion of higher education institutions in the state.[8] The university was formally launched along with eight other new universities by Chief Minister of Karnataka Basavaraj Bommai in a virtual inauguration ceremony.[9]
Leadership
Vice-Chancellor
The university is headed by Prof. B. S. Biradar as Vice-Chancellor,[3] who serves as the principal academic and administrative officer. The Vice-Chancellor is appointed by the Governor of Karnataka for a term of three years.
Administration
The university follows the standard governance structure of Karnataka state universities:[10]
- Governor of Karnataka as Chancellor
- Minister for Higher Education (Karnataka) as Pro-Chancellor
- Vice-Chancellor as chief executive officer
- Registrar as chief administrative officer[11]
- Registrar (Evaluation) for academic assessment[12]
Campus
The university's main campus is located in Bidar, featuring:[4]
- Academic blocks with modern classrooms
- Administrative buildings
- Library facilities
- Student amenities
- Residential facilities
Academics
Bidar University offers programs through multiple faculties including:[13]
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Commerce
- Faculty of Education
Collaborations
In 2024, Bidar University signed multiple academic agreements with Bridgewater State University (USA) to promote student and faculty exchanges, joint research, and curriculum development.[14]
Controversies
In 2024, the Karnataka government proposed shutting down nine newly established universities due to funding constraints, but Bidar University was exempted from the list following protests and advocacy from local stakeholders.[15]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "The Karnataka State Universities (Amendment) Act, 2022" (PDF). Government of Karnataka. Retrieved 2024-07-01.
- ↑ "Chancellor". Bidar University. Retrieved 2024-07-01.[permanent dead link]
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Vice-Chancellor". Bidar University. Retrieved 2024-07-01.[permanent dead link]
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 "Campus". Bidar University. Retrieved 2024-07-01.[permanent dead link]
- ↑ "Affiliations". Bidar University. Archived from the original on 2024-06-11. Retrieved 2024-07-01.
- ↑ "University Governance". Bidar University. Archived from the original on 2024-06-11. Retrieved 2024-07-01.
- ↑ "UGC Approval Certificate" (PDF). Bidar University. Retrieved 2024-07-01.[permanent dead link]
- ↑ "Karnataka cabinet gives nod to set up seven new universities". The New Indian Express. 2022-08-25. Retrieved 2024-07-01.
- ↑ "On inauguration spree, CM Bommai launches nine universities virtually". Star of Mysore. Retrieved 2024-07-01.
- ↑ "University Governance Structure". Bidar University. Retrieved 2024-07-01.[permanent dead link]
- ↑ "Registrar (Admin)". Bidar University. Retrieved 2024-07-01.[permanent dead link]
- ↑ "Registrar (Evaluation)". Bidar University. Retrieved 2024-07-01.[permanent dead link]
- ↑ "Bidar University". Careers360. Retrieved 2024-07-01.
- ↑ "Bidar University, Bridgewater State University sign multiple agreements on education". The Hindu. 2024-06-15. Retrieved 2024-07-01.
- ↑ "Karnataka govt to shut 9 new universities; Bidar varsity to escape axe". The Hans India. 2024-05-22. Retrieved 2024-07-01.
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