New Delhi, Oct. 15 -- IIT Kanpur has launched Greater Than Us, a campaign seeking $1 billion by March 2029. The institute described it as the largest fundraising campaign attempted by any IIT. Commitments worth Rs.4,155 crore have already arrived, covering nearly half the target.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh launched the campaign at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on 14 October. Alumni, donors, corporate partners and government have committed support.

The campaign will fund research facilities, student support and technologies developed in India. It brings together three areas: Foundation, Talent and Frontier.

Alumnus Rahul Gautam has committed Rs.180 crore towards a new school. IIT Kanpur signed an agreement with him during the launch....