Columbia Group of Institutions Attains University Status, Becomes Columbia Professional University

 In a significant development in the higher education sector, the Columbia Group of Institutions has officially been elevated to university status and will now be known as Columbia Professional University. The milestone marks a new era of academic expansion, research advancement, and professional education for the institution.

The transition from a group of institutions to a full-fledged university reflects the organization’s consistent commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and the development of industry-ready professionals. Over the years, the institution has established itself as a respected center of learning, providing quality education and fostering intellectual growth among students.

Speaking on the occasion, Kishore Jadwani, Chairman of Jan Pragati Education Society (JPES), expressed pride in the achievement and emphasized that the recognition as a university represents the culmination of years of dedication toward building a strong educational ecosystem. He highlighted that the new university will further expand its academic programs, research initiatives, and collaborations to meet the evolving needs of higher education and industry.

Echoing similar sentiments, Harjeet Singh Hura, Secretary of Jan Pragati Education Society, noted that the establishment of Columbia Professional University is a landmark step that will open new opportunities for students and researchers while strengthening the institution’s commitment to innovation, professional excellence, and global academic engagement.

With its guiding motto “विद्या आरभ्यते प्रगति:” — “All Progress Begins with Learning,” the university aims to create a dynamic academic environment that encourages knowledge creation, interdisciplinary learning, and leadership development.

Education experts believe that the transformation into Columbia Professional University will further enhance its academic framework, enabling the institution to introduce advanced programs, promote research-driven education, and contribute significantly to the development of skilled professionals and future leaders.

The achievement is being celebrated as a proud moment for the institution, its leadership, faculty members, students, and the wider academic community