Dnyaan Prasad Global University announces its new global identity

PUNE: Dr. D. Y. Patil Dnyan Prasad University (DYPDPU) has officially been rebranded to Dnyaan Prasad Global University (DPGU), a constituent of Dr. D. Y. Patil Unitech Society, marking a significant step in the university’s journey towards a more global, future-oriented vision of higher education.The university’s new identity reflects both continuity and progress. The word ‘Dnyaan’, meaning knowledge and enlightenment, continues to represent the soul of the institution. The addition of ‘Global’ captures its renewed commitment to fostering a learning environment that is international in outlook, inclusive in approach, and innovative in design.Speaking on the announcement, Dr. Somnath P. Patil, Pro-Chancellor, said: “This evolution represents more than a change in identity; it’s a reaffirmation of who we are and where we’re headed.

Dnyaan Prasad Global University will continue to uphold the values of knowledge and noble purpose while expanding its horizons to create globally competent, socially responsible graduates. Education today must go beyond classrooms; it must connect local insights with global opportunities.

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“Our foundation is deeply rooted in the legacy of the Dr. D. Y. Patil Unitech Society, which has championed excellence in education for four decades. As Dnyaan Prasad Global University, we rise with a renewed vision to expand global horizons, integrate innovation into learning, and nurture individuals who lead with knowledge, integrity, and purpose” said Dr. Rohini Patil, Chief Operating Officer, Dnyaan Prasad Global UniversityThe renaming comes at a time when India’s higher education sector is undergoing rapid transformation under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which emphasizes flexibility, interdisciplinarity, and international collaboration.

DPGU’s new direction aligns closely with these principles, reaffirming its intent to build stronger partnerships with global universities and industries, enhance student mobility, and promote research-led innovation.DPGU will focus on three strategic priorities in the coming years: global engagement through partnerships and research collaborations, future-ready education through flexible and industry-aligned programs and advancing India’s position as a global education hub.Rooted in its founding ideals of Dnyaan (knowledge) and Prasad (offering of knowledge), the university envisions becoming a trusted, innovation-driven institution that shapes future leaders who learn locally, think globally, and act purposefully.