IIT Hyderabad Signs MoU with Central Sanskrit University to Promote Indian Knowledge Systems and Interdisciplinary Research

Hyderabad | June 11, 2025 – In a landmark move aimed at revitalizing India’s ancient wisdom through modern innovation, IIT Hyderabad (IITH) and Central Sanskrit University (CSU), New Delhi, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate in the fields of Sanskrit, Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), and interdisciplinary research.

This strategic partnership brings together IITH’s cutting-edge technological expertise and CSU’s rich legacy in Sanskrit and traditional Indian knowledge, with the shared goal of building a vibrant academic ecosystem that fuses heritage with innovation.

Scope of the MoU Includes:

• Joint research in Sanskrit, linguistics, Vedic Sciences, Computational Sanskrit, Philosophy, and allied fields
• Faculty and student exchange programs to encourage collaborative learning and research
• Co-hosting of academic events such as conferences, workshops, lecture series, and summer schools
• Shared access to manuscripts, library archives, and research resources
• Development of interdisciplinary research projects that blend ancient texts with modern scientific inquiry
• Exchange of academic content, including publications and course material, to enrich curricula and scholarship

Leadership Speaks:

“This MoU offers a unique opportunity to merge the depth of Indian Knowledge Systems with IITH’s innovation-driven environment. Many ancient scientific breakthroughs are encoded in Sanskrit texts — decoding them can open new frontiers in science and technology.” – Prof. B. S. Murty, Director of IIT Hyderabad

A New Era of Integration

This MoU signals a renewed commitment to bridging ancient knowledge with modern research methodologies, paving the way for deeper exploration of India’s intellectual roots in a globally relevant and scientifically rigorous framework.

With this collaboration, both institutions are poised to lead a renaissance in Indian Knowledge Systems, fostering research that is rooted in tradition and inspired by innovation.

“Sanskrit is more than a language—it is a repository of India’s scientific and philosophical heritage. This partnership is a significant step toward integrating IKS into contemporary academic discourse, benefiting scholars and innovators alike.” – Prof. Shrinivasa Varakhedi, Vice Chancellor of CSU