VIT University donates ₹1 crore towards cyclone relief in Andhra Pradesh
University Chancellor Viswanathan says the institution considers it a moral responsibility to stand by the people of the State during natural disasters
VIT University Chancellor G. Viswanathan handing over to Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu a cheque for ₹1 crore towards the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund, at the Secretariat on Wednesday.
VIT University Chancellor G. Viswanathan has donated ₹1 crore to the Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister’s Relief Fund (CMRF) to support relief and rehabilitation efforts for people affected by cyclones ‘Arnab’ and ‘Murasu’.
Dr. Viswanathan handed over the cheque to Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu in Amaravati on Wednesday.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Viswanathan said that VIT-AP University, Amaravati, considered it a moral responsibility to stand by the people of Andhra Pradesh during natural disasters. He also highlighted VIT’s continued commitment to social welfare, disaster relief and community development initiatives across the country.
Vice-presidents of VIT University Sankar Viswanathan and Sekar Viswanathan, along with Registrar Jagadish Chandra Mudiganti, were present. The contribution is aimed at strengthening the state government’s efforts to provide assistance and facilitate the rehabilitation of communities impacted by the cyclones.
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