In
pursuance of the recommendations of Knowledge Commission, Krishna University
was established, vide Andhra Pradesh Act.No.4 of 1991, G.O’ Ms. No.89 Higher
Education (U.E.II) dated 25/06/2008 and G.O Ms. No.109, Higher Education
(U.E.II) department dated 14/07/2008 at Machilipatnam, as the town is the
head-quarters of Krishna District of Andhra Pradesh. On 23/04/08, The then
Hon’ble Chief Minister Dr.Y Rajasekhara Reddy laid the foundation stone for the
University. A Feasibility committee headed by Prof. K. Viyyanna Rao visited
Machilipatnam for establishing the University.
KRISHNA DISTRICT
Krishna
University largely caters to the higher educational needs of people in Krishna
District in particular and Andhra Pradesh in general. This district is famous
for its fertile soil, rich mineral resources, aqua culture and horticulture
etc. This district is also widely known for its publishing houses.
MACHILIPATNAM
Krishna
University is established in a great historic coastal town called
Machilipatnam, which is the head-quarters of Krishna district of Andhra
Pradesh. The town is a special grade municipality in Krishna district existing
since 3rd century BC.
State Public
Information Officer:
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Prof. D. Suryachandra Rao, Registrar
Krishna University Machilipatnam, Krishna District Phone No:08672-225963 |
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State Appellate Authority:
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Prof. V.Venkaiah, Vice Chancellor
Krishna University Machilipatnam , Krishna District Phone No: 08672-225964 Fax-08672-225960. |