TDV, the first Indian design school in Europe, opens in Pavia

"Three words to welcome and celebrate the launch of the Design Village campus in Italia. Creativity, innovation, dialogue. The first Asian design institute to open an office in Europe,' commented Antonio Bartoli, Ambassador of Italy to India. 'A concrete testimony of the role of young people and universities as bridges between cultures. An initiative that reflects the value of the mobility of talents and skills. Another significant chapter in the collaboration and friendship between Italia and India'.

For Sourabh Gupta, founder of The Design Village, 'This expansion reflects a deeper academic change. By bringing together global exposure, interdisciplinary learning and access to advanced tools, we are preparing students to tackle complex real-world challenges in meaningful ways." Mridu Sahai Patnaik, co-founder of the institute, added: "Our vision has always been to create designers who think beyond results. With our presence in Italia, we are building an ecosystem where ideas, ethics and innovation coexist, preparing students for a future that requires both sensitivity and a global perspective. This approach emphasises the responsible and ethical use of AI, reinforcing our commitment to training designers who use technology with responsibility and purpose".

This development is also linked to India's interest and investment in animation, visual effects, gaming and comics, which is estimated to create nearly 2 million jobs by 2030. By providing access to professional tools, certification pathways and global learning environments, The Design Village is helping to build a new generation of industry-ready creative professionals, equipped for a rapidly evolving digital economy.