JGU Launches Motwani Jadeja Institute for American Studies with US$5 Million Endowment

O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) has established the Motwani Jadeja Institute for American Studies (MJIAS) with a historic endowment of US$5 million (approximately ₹44 crores) from Ms. Asha Jadeja Motwani, a US-based venture capitalist and philanthropist, along with the Motwani Jadeja Family Foundation.

Key Highlights of MJIAS:

• The institute honors the late Professor Rajeev Motwani, a Stanford computer scientist who mentored many Silicon Valley innovators, serving as a tribute to his legacy.
• MJIAS will focus on advancing education, innovation, and India-US cooperation by fostering a broad range of academic programs and initiatives, including the Annual Rajeev Motwani Memorial Lecture.
• The institute aims to become a global hub for research, teaching, and policy work on the United States, with a focus on American politics, culture, and bilateral relations.
• Ms. Asha Jadeja Motwani emphasized the importance of education in shaping global narratives and strengthening partnerships between the two democracies amid global transformation.

This endowment is one of the largest philanthropic investments in American Studies in India and marks a significant expansion of JGU’s academic and research capacity in the field.

FAQs

What is the purpose of the Motwani Jadeja Institute for American Studies?

The MJIAS aims to enhance understanding and collaboration between India and the US through research, teaching, and policy work.

Who founded the Motwani Jadeja Institute?

Ms. Asha Jadeja Motwani and the Motwani Jadeja Family Foundation provided the endowment to establish the institute.

What will MJIAS focus on?

The institute will focus on American politics, culture, and bilateral relations, facilitating educational and research initiatives.