Karnataka Governor Unveils JGU’s 2025 Sustainability Report, Calls for Climate Leadership in Higher Education
Bengaluru, June 3, 2025: O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) unveiled its 2025 Sustainable Development Report at the Bengaluru Sustainability Conclave on Tuesday, with Karnataka Governor Shri Thawaar Chand Gehlot releasing the report as the Chief Guest. The report highlights JGU’s progress in integrating the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into its academic, operational, and community frameworks.
The report outlines key achievements over the past year, including a notable rise in sustainability-focused research, increased student participation in green initiatives, and new academic programs dedicated to environmental and social governance. The university also recorded measurable reductions in its Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon emissions, and strengthened its focus on waste management, water conservation, and health-conscious campus dining.
JGU Vice Chancellor Professor (Dr.) C. Raj Kumar said the report reflects the university’s institutional commitment to sustainability as a core value.
“This report is not merely a summary of achievements—it’s a reflection of our mission to embed sustainability across all spheres of university life, from curriculum and research to administration and outreach,” he said.
Professor Padmanabha Ramanujam, Dean, Office of Academic Governance at JGU, emphasized the role of universities in advancing global development goals.
“Sustainability is not an add-on—it’s part of our institutional DNA. Through inclusive and ethical education, we aim to foster responsible leadership for a more just and sustainable world,” he noted.
As part of the conclave, a panel discussion on “Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals: Maximising the Impact of Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships” brought together experts from academia, law, sustainability, and business sectors. Moderated by Prof. Kumar, the panel included:
Bhawana Pingali, Founder, REVASTRA
Prof. (Dr.) Dwarika Prasad Uniyal, Acting Vice Chancellor, RV University
Jyotsna Belliappa, Director, BlueSky Sustainable Business
Megha Arora, Partner, IndusLaw
Panduranga Acharya, General Counsel, Zepto
Prashanth Sabeshan, Partner, Dentons Link Legal
Smitha Chandrashekaraiah, Legal Director, HARMAN International
The discussion highlighted the importance of knowledge-sharing and collaborative partnerships in achieving the SDGs, with speakers stressing the need for actionable frameworks that bridge academic insights with industry practices.
Looking ahead, JGU reaffirmed its goal of becoming a national and global model for sustainability in higher education, through deeper integration of climate-focused education, cross-sectoral partnerships, and student empowerment.
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