Karnataka Minister To Discuss Proposal For University Named After Tipu Sultan With CM

Last Updated:November 12, 2026, 09:37 IST

Karnataka Wakf Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan said discussions on setting up a university or research centre in Tipu Sultan’s name had been taking place for several years.

The minister also spoke about the observance of Tipu Jayanti, celebrated on November 10. (Representational image/File)

Karnataka Wakf Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan has said he will discuss with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah a proposal to establish a university or research centre named after Tipu Sultan. The minister made the announcement during his visit to Tipu Sultan’s Gumbaz at Ganjam in Srirangapatna taluk of Mandya district on Wednesday.

Speaking to reporters, Khan said discussions on setting up a university or research centre in Tipu Sultan’s name had been taking place for several years. He added that he would take up the proposal with the Chief Minister.

The minister also highlighted Tipu Sultan’s contributions, referring to several initiatives undertaken during his rule in areas such as military technology, agriculture, industry and foreign trade, reported Deccan Herald.

The proposal to establish an educational institution in Tipu Sultan’s name is not new. Discussions on the subject have continued for several years. However, the latest announcement indicates that the matter will be taken up with the Karnataka Chief Minister.

No official decision regarding the establishment of the proposed university or research centre has been announced so far.

Khan also spoke about the observance of Tipu Jayanti. He indicated that the state government did not need to revive its official celebrations, as the occasion was already being observed privately.

The minister made these remarks while visiting Tipu Sultan’s Gumbaz, where he and an MLA paid floral tributes.

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What is the proposal regarding a university or research centre for Tipu Sultan?

Karnataka Wakf Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan announced he will discuss a long-standing proposal to establish a university or research centre named after Tipu Sultan with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.

Where did Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan make the announcement about Tipu Sultan?

The minister made the announcement during his visit to Tipu Sultan’s Gumbaz at Ganjam in Srirangapatna taluk of Mandya district.

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Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan indicated that the state government does not need to revive official celebrations for Tipu Jayanti because the occasion is already being observed privately.

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