Dr. Madhu Chitkara Leads Dialogue on Global Education at Indian Embassy in Riyadh
A delegation from Chitkara University, led by Dr. Madhu Chitkara, Pro Chancellor, Chitkara University met H.E. Dr. Suhel Ajaz Khan, Ambassador of India to Saudi Arabia, and Shri Vipul Bawa, First Secretary, at the Embassy of India in Riyadh. The meeting marked a significant milestone in advancing international academic relations and fostering educational collaboration between India and Saudi Arabia.
The dialogue centred on the evolving landscape of global higher education and explored avenues for joint research, faculty exchange, and student mobility programs that can contribute to knowledge sharing and innovation across borders. Dr. Madhu Chitkara shared Chitkara University’s vision of building globally relevant education models that emphasise experiential learning, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. She highlighted how the university’s initiatives align with India’s growing reputation as a hub for innovation-driven education and how collaborations with international partners such as Saudi Arabia can create meaningful academic impact.
H.E. Dr. Suhel Ajaz Khan appreciated Chitkara University’s continued efforts in fostering global engagement and its participation in The World Academic Summit 2025, where the university represented India’s higher education excellence on an international platform. He expressed confidence that such institutional collaborations will pave the way for deeper educational partnerships, promoting shared research interests and academic growth between the two nations.
The discussions also underscored the importance of strengthening academic diplomacy to support sustainable development goals through education and research. Both sides emphasised leveraging technology, innovation, and cultural understanding as enablers of inclusive progress.
The meeting concluded on a promising note, with mutual commitment to explore concrete pathways for academic cooperation in areas such as advanced technology, healthcare, business management, and social innovation. Chitkara University’s engagement with the Indian Embassy reaffirmed its dedication to expanding global outreach and creating opportunities for its students and faculty to engage in cross-border learning and research.
Through such strategic international dialogues, Chitkara University continues to position itself as a global academic partner committed to excellence, innovation, and meaningful global engagement, contributing to India’s growing leadership in the international education landscape.
