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Last Updated : Feb 12 2013 | 4:45 PM IST

Chief Minister Nitish Kumar who was present at the meeting hailed Nalanda University's revival plan and said it was his desire that the place regains its pristine glory and serve as venue for resolving international dispute. Ministry of External Affairs is piloting the Nalanda university revival plan. India, along with 16 countries of East Asia, are involved with the project to see Nalanda emerge as "icon of Asian renaissance". The proposed university is expected to contribute to the promotion of regional peace and vision by bringing together the future leaders of the East Asia. Noble prize winner economist Amartya Sen is the Chancellor of Nalanda University.

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