SRINAGAR, AUGUST 19: In a landmark moment for the region’s academic ecosystem, Chandigarh Group of Colleges, Jhanjeri, officially announced its transition to CGC University, Mohali, at a high-impact press conference held at JW Marriott, Chandigarh. The event marked a pivotal step in the institution’s 25+ year legacy. From a college to a tech-driven, autonomous university, the leaders of the institute are committed to shaping the next generation.
This transition represents a bold strategic shift toward industry-integrated learning. CGC University, Mohali, aims to be India’s new capital for AI-led developments, tech-first learning, and innovation. With over 90% of graduates considered unemployable in emerging sectors, the institute’s curriculum is built on live industry exposure and certifications co-developed with corporates. Their education ecosystem is designed in a 50:50 learning model, where faculty and industry experts share equal responsibility in shaping student outcomes. The goal is to prepare the next generation not only for jobs but for leadership in a rapidly evolving digital economy.
At the forefront of this transformation is S. Rashpal Singh Dhaliwal, Founder Chancellor of the institution, a committed philanthropist and strong advocate of equal opportunity. “This university is my commitment to society,” he stated. “I have always believed that quality education should not be a privilege reserved for a select few. It must be the right of every individual. CGC University, Mohali, stands on this very promise: to ensure that every student, no matter their background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and pursue a life of dignity and purpose.” His vision continues to shape the institution’s legacy.
Arsh Dhaliwal, Managing Director of CGC University, Mohali, is also leading this bold academic transformation. Inspired by his experience with the American education system, he recognised seamless industry–academia integration as the foundation of globally successful institutions. He conceptualised CGC University, Mohali, as India’s first Industry-Integrated Learning Capital, an institution designed to bridge the gap between learning and earning. He also remarked: “We are curating a futuristic, tech-enabled curriculum that speaks the language of innovation, industry, and employability.”