Media Release
Udupi, Jan 22: The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), a pioneer in technology-driven research and education, participated in the Microsoft AI Tour 2025 held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Representing MAHE at the event were Dr Raviraja NS, COO-Operations, and Sathish Kamath, deputy director, IT, who had the privilege of interacting with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella.
At the event, the MAHE team highlighted the university's adoption of advanced Microsoft technologies, including D365, Azure HPC, GitHub Copilot, and M365 Copilot. These AI-powered tools are being utilized at MAHE to enhance operational excellence, accelerate research, and transform education. The team also shared MAHE’s vision of becoming a global leader in higher education and research while working towards positioning India as the world capital of AI talent in collaboration with Microsoft.
Lt Gen Dr MD Venkatesh, vice chancellor, MAHE, Manipal, expressed his enthusiasm for the recognition during his keynote address. “MAHE’s commitment to harnessing the power of AI to drive innovation in education and research has been unwavering. Through this collaboration with Microsoft, we can equip students, faculty, and researchers with transformative tools that enhance learning outcomes and foster technological breakthroughs. Our determination to develop AI applications in biomedical and bioengineering research, contributing to global scientific discoveries, is further strengthened by the recognition from Mr Satya Nadella,” he said.
Dr Raviraja N S, COO-Operations, MAHE, Manipal, also commented on the university’s AI initiatives, stating, “AI is reshaping education and research at an unprecedented pace. MAHE is building a future-ready learning ecosystem that empowers researchers and students to explore uncharted territories in science and technology through Microsoft’s AI-driven solutions.”
Reaffirming its dedication to innovation, industry collaboration, and global leadership in AI talent development, MAHE remains at the forefront of AI-driven education and research.
About Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) is an Institution of Eminence deemed-to-be university offering over 400 specializations in health sciences, management, law, humanities, social sciences, and technology. With campuses in Manipal, Mangaluru, Bengaluru, Jamshedpur, and Dubai, MAHE is recognized for its academic excellence, cutting-edge infrastructure, and significant contributions to research. In October 2020, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, awarded MAHE the prestigious Institution of Eminence status. Ranked 4th in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), MAHE is a preferred choice for students seeking transformative learning and for corporates seeking top talent.