New Delhi, Nov 19 (PTI) The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) on Wednesday celebrated its 40th Foundation Day, marking the occasion with the launch of several academic and digital initiatives.

Professor Peter Scott, President and CEO of the Commonwealth of Learning (COL), Vancouver, delivered the Foundation Day Lecture as the chief guest, while Vice-Chancellor Professor Uma Kanjilal presided over the event held at the Babasaheb Ambedkar Convention Centre here, an official statement said.

In her welcome address, VC Kanjilal said IGNOU had played a transformative role in providing “anywhere, anytime” higher education to millions and reaffirmed the university’s commitment to strengthening open and distance learning (ODL).

She highlighted the institution’s focus on quality, equ

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