We urge "The Prime Minister of India" , "The Chief Minister of West Bengal", "The Ministry of Education - Govt. of India", "The Ministry of Education - Govt. of West Bengal" and "The University Grants Commission (UGC)" to revisit their earlier vision of granting Jadavpur University the prestigious status of “Institute of Eminence” (IoE). We understand that certain impediments may have hindered its realization in the recent past. However, this vision merits renewed consideration for the greater good of West Bengal and the nation at large. We respectfully request them to pave the way forward.

Why Jadavpur University deserves "Institute of Eminence" status?
Jadavpur University is not merely an institution whose seeds were sowed during Swadeshi movement, it is still one of India’s most enduring symbols of academic excellence, intellectual freedom, scientific innovation, social commitment, and nation-building.
For decades, Jadavpur University has consistently produced outstanding engineers, scientists, economists, writers, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, researchers, civil servants, educators, and global leaders who have contributed immensely to India and the world. Despite operating with limited resources compared to many premier institutions, the university has continued to achieve extraordinary outcomes through merit, rigor, and a deeply rooted culture of excellence.
Hence, granting Jadavpur University the status of "Institute of Eminence" is not merely about recognition. It is about:

• Strengthening one of India’s finest public universities
• Turning on the global spotlight to unlock investment and fast-track innovation. 
• Enabling sustained fund support, robust research infrastructure and expanded international collaboration opportunities
• Empowering future generations of students
• Preserving a culture of intellectual excellence and critical inquiry
• Demonstrating that world-class institutions can emerge from public education systems rooted in merit and inclusivity

Jadavpur University has already proven its distinguished excellence. Here are a few facts that underline its legacy:-

• A legacy of academic excellence : Jadavpur University has consistently ranked among India’s top universities in engineering, arts, science, and interdisciplinary research. Its alumni and faculty have earned recognition nationally and internationally across multiple domains.
• Extraordinary alumni contributions : The university’s alumni have gone on to lead and contribute across the world in technology, academia, research, literature, cinema, entrepreneurship, public policy, and industry. The impact of Jadavpur University extends far beyond its campus.
• Excellence achieved despite limited resources : Unlike many elite institutions with significantly larger funding and infrastructure support, Jadavpur University has achieved remarkable academic and research outcomes through talent, dedication, and intellectual culture.
• A rare interdisciplinary ecosystem : Very few Indian universities combine excellence in engineering, humanities, sciences, arts, and social sciences with the depth and vibrancy that Jadavpur University offers.

We trust that you will take the necessary steps to turn this vision into reality and time is to act now. Respectfully submitted.