Mehta Family Foundation Expands Educational Impact with Two New Schools at IIT Guwahati

December 3, 2024

Foundation stone laid for the Mehta Family School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence and the Jyoti & Bhupat Mehta School of Health Sciences and Technology, marking a significant milestone in the Foundation’s mission to transform higher education in India

The Mehta Family Foundation achieved another milestone in its mission to advance education and innovation in India with the foundation stone laying ceremony for two pioneering schools at the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati. Mr. Rahul Mehta, CEO of the Mehta Family Foundation, led the historic ceremony that marks the establishment of the Mehta Family School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence and the Jyoti & Bhupat Mehta School of Health Sciences and Technology.

“This is a momentous occasion for IIT Guwahati and the Mehta Family Foundation. Our vision is to create intellectual talent that drives economic prosperity. These schools will train thousands of students who will lead India’s transformation, particularly in AI and its intersection with healthcare. This initiative is a critical step toward fostering innovation and securing India’s economic and social future.”

– Rahul Mehta, CEO, Mehta Family Foundation

Transformative Impact on Healthcare and Technology Education

The two new schools represent the Foundation’s comprehensive approach to addressing India’s critical needs in healthcare and technology education:

• The Jyoti & Bhupat Mehta School of Health Sciences and Technology will merge engineering, biomedical science, and design principles to develop innovative, affordable healthcare solutions specifically tailored to India’s needs.
• The Mehta Family School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence will prepare students to lead in the rapidly evolving field of AI and data science, addressing the growing global demand for expertise in these areas.

The ceremony was attended by distinguished guests including Prof. Devendra Jalihal, Director of IIT Guwahati, and Prof. (Dr.) Ashok Puranik, Executive Director of AIIMS Guwahati, along with prominent academics from the University of California, Santiago, and Purdue University, demonstrating the global reach and impact of the Foundation’s initiatives.

Continuing the Legacy of Educational Excellence

These new institutions join the Foundation’s growing portfolio of transformative educational initiatives across India. By focusing on the intersection of healthcare and technology, the Foundation continues its tradition of supporting innovative programs that address critical societal needs while preparing the next generation of leaders and innovators.

“These schools represent a perfect alignment of the Mehta Family Foundation’s mission with India’s national priorities. The integration of healthcare, technology, and education will create unprecedented opportunities for innovation and development in these critical fields.”

– Prof. Devendra Jalihal, Director, IIT Guwahati

Looking to the Future

The establishment of these schools marks another significant step in the Mehta Family Foundation’s ongoing commitment to advancing education and innovation in India. Through these institutions, the Foundation continues to build on its legacy of creating transformative educational opportunities that drive economic prosperity and technological advancement.