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The Prime Minister dedicated the Rashtriya Raksha University(National Defense University) to the nation and addressed its first convocation at Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
What is Rashtriya Raksha University?
Rashtriya Raksha University is a Central University located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. It has a specialization in National and Internal Security.
It was established by the Government of Gujarat in 2009. The university has been upgraded as an Institute of National Importance through RRU Bill 2020.
The university offers undergraduate, post-graduate, research degree programmes, and professional diploma and certificate programmes.
What is National Forensic Sciences University(NFSU)?
National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) formerly Gujarat Forensic Science University (GFSU), is a central university located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. It is solely dedicated to forensic and investigative science.
The university was formed by the Government of Gujarat in 2008. It was upgraded to the National Forensic Sciences University in 2020. It is recognised as an Institution of National Importance by the Act of Parliament.
Source: This post is based on the article “Prime Minister dedicated the National Defence University to the Nation and addressed its first convocation, at Gandhinagar, Gujarat” published in PIB on 14th Mar 2022.
