Media Release
Udupi, Sep 23: Prime minister Narendra Modi congratulated Dr Ramdas M Pai, Padma Bushan awardee and chancellor, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), on his 90th birthday. In an official letter, the prime minister praised Dr Pai’s lifelong contributions to the fields of health and education, which have brought him national recognition and respect. While expressing appreciation for the substantial contribution, the Manipal group continues to make with its focus on quality learning across diverse fields.
The prime minister also highlighted Dr Pai’s role as an academic leader and visionary educationist, who transformed higher education in India and promoted cultural exchange and innovation. He further noted the importance of Manipal institutions, now among India’s leading institutions of quality learning, in helping achieve the national vision of Viksit Bharat.
About Manipal Academy of Higher Education
The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) is an Institution of Eminence Deemed-to-be University. MAHE offers over 400 specialisations across the Health Sciences (HS), Management, Law, Humanities & Social Sciences (MLHS), and Technology & Science (T&S) streams through its constituent units at campuses in Manipal, Mangalore, Bengaluru, Jamshedpur, and Dubai. With a remarkable track record in academics, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and significant contributions to research, MAHE has earned recognition and acclaim both nationally and internationally. In October 2020, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, awarded MAHE the prestigious Institution of Eminence status. Currently ranked 3rd in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), MAHE is the preferred choice for students seeking a transformative learning experience and an enriching campus life, as well as for national & multinational corporations looking for top talent.