Bandhan Group Chairman Meets Tripura University Vice-Chancellor, Explores Industry-Academia Collaboration

By Our Correspondent

Agartala, August 4, 2026

In a significant step towards strengthening industry-academia partnerships, Bandhan Group Chairman Chandra Shekhar Ghosh met Tripura University Vice-Chancellor Prof. Debabrata Das at the Vice-Chancellor's Chamber on Tuesday.

During the meeting, both sides held detailed discussions on the possibilities of fostering collaboration between the corporate sector and the university to enhance students' academic and professional development. The interaction focused on building a long-term partnership that would bridge the gap between higher education and industry requirements.

Chandra Shekhar Ghosh expressed Bandhan Group's keen interest in working with Tripura University in key areas such as entrepreneurship development, student internships, skill enhancement, and campus placements. He emphasized the importance of creating opportunities that would equip students with practical industry exposure and improve their employability in an increasingly competitive job market.

The proposed collaboration is expected to encourage innovation, nurture entrepreneurial talent, and provide students with greater access to real-world business environments through internships and industry engagement. It also aims to strengthen knowledge exchange between academia and the corporate sector.

Vice-Chancellor Prof. Debabrata Das welcomed the initiative and appreciated Bandhan Group's interest in partnering with the university. He noted that such collaborations could play a crucial role in enriching academic programmes, promoting research with industry relevance, and preparing students for successful careers.

The meeting is seen as a positive development for Tripura University as it seeks to expand its engagement with leading corporate institutions and create new opportunities for students through meaningful industry partnerships.

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