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About Us nbsp The idea of establishing a South Asian University SAU was mooted by the Prime Minister of India at the th SAARC Summit in Dhaka in The idea was for member countries to pool their resources for creation of a Centre of Excellence in the form of a University that would provide world-class facilities and professional faculty to students and researchers drawn from every country of the SAARC region Prof Gowher Rizvi the well-known historian scholar and academic from Bangladesh was entrusted with the task of preparing a Concept Paper for SAU Prepared after a series of consultations across the SAARC countries the Concept Paper was submitted to the SAARC Governments to elicit their views The idea of a South Asian University found favor in all SAARC Member States and an inter-ministerial Agreement for Establishment of South Asian University was signed on April during the th SAARC Summit in New Delhi Read More

South Asian University Vision & Mission

Vision

The mandate of the South Asian University, as set out in the Agreement of the SAARC member states under which the University is being set up envisages that the choice of the programs of studies to be offered at this University should:

  • enhance learning in the South Asian community that promotes an understanding of each others perspectives and strengthen regional consciousness;

  • provide liberal and humane education to the brightest and the most dedicated students of South Asia so that a new class of quality leadership is nurtured; and

  • enhance capacity building of the South Asian Nations in science, technology and other areas of higher learning vital for improving their quality of life such as information technology, bio-technology and management sciences, etc.

Mission

South Asian University (SAU) is dedicated to promoting regional cooperation and integration by providing world-class education, fostering research and innovation, and nurturing a diverse community of students and scholars. We strive to empower our students with knowledge, critical thinking skills, and a global perspective, preparing them to address the challenges facing South Asia and the world with creativity, integrity, and compassion. Through our commitment to excellence, collaboration, and inclusivity, we aim to contribute to the sustainable development and prosperity of the South Asian region and beyond. 

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