The University of Pune (Marathi: पुणे विद्यापीठ) (formerly the University of Poona), is a university located in northwestern Pune, India. It was founded in 1949 and today is one of India's premier Universities. Spread over a 411 acres (1.66 km) campus, the university is home to 46 academic departments. University of Pune has been given the highest "A" rating by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) for its overall performance.
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The University of Pune (Marathi: पुणे विद्यापीठ) (formerly the University of Poona), is a university located in northwestern Pune, India. It was founded in 1949 and today is one of India's premier Universities. Spread over a 411 acres (1.66 km) campus, the university is home to 46 academic departments. University of Pune has been given the highest "A" rating by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) for its overall performance.
The University of Pune was established under the Poona University Act, passed by the Bombay legislature on February 10, 1948. In the same year, Dr. M.R. Jayakar assumed office as the first vice chancellor of the university. Shri B.G. Kher, Chief Minister and Education Minister of the government of Bombay, helped ensure the university received a large allocation of land for their campus. In early 1950, the university was allocated over 411 acres (1.7 km²).
The location of the University has historical significance. Some incidents of the Battle...
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