Anant National University

About

Established in 2016, Anant National University located in Ahmedabad, India, is the country’s first DesignX University committed to preparing solutionaries—individuals who design, build, and innovate for sustainable futures. With a vibrant community of over 1,000 students and experienced faculty from India and abroad, the university offers interdisciplinary programs in architecture, design, climate action, visual arts, urban planning, and built environment studies. The university’s research focuses on sustainability, social innovation, technology, and human-centered design. Through global collaborations and a modern, eco-conscious campus, Anant National University fosters creativity, critical thinking, and responsible leadership to address real-world challenges.

Sustainability at Anant National University

Anant National University embeds sustainability at the core of its mission, integrating environmental and social responsibility into all teaching, research, and campus practices. The university nurtures changemakers equipped to tackle climate and development challenges through design-driven innovation and cross-disciplinary learning. Guided by the SDGs, the university promotes a culture of inclusion, ethical leadership, and environmental stewardship. Its academic and community initiatives encourage students to co-create sustainable solutions for urban, ecological, and social resilience - advancing the vision of building a better world through design and education.

More Information

Find more details on sustainability at Anant National University by accessing the Centre for Sustainability.