Panaji: Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant inaugurated the Goa University Research Park Unit—GURU (UniGoa Knowledge and Innovation Foundation) and distributed the sanction letters to teams under the Hand Holding & Start-Up Scheme 2023-24 in the presence of Vice Chancellor Shri Harilal Menon, Education Secretary Shri Prasad Lolyekar, and other esteemed dignitaries.
CM informed that the GURU initiative, with an investment of ₹12.85 crore, has established state-of-the-art facilities and equipment to support young innovators. He said that the initiative symbolizes the knowledge and mentorship that will propel Goa’s advancement in biotechnology, healthcare, information technology, and electronics innovation.
CM expressed confidence that GURU will play a pivotal role in nurturing young innovators and incubating start-ups in bio-engineering, agriculture, healthcare, and electronics, contributing significantly to society. He also congratulated Goa University and the Directorate of Higher Education for this remarkable initiative and extended his best wishes for a bright and successful future.
