<h1>Government Approves Major IIT Expansion: 5 Institutes to Grow with Rs 11,828 Crore Investment and 6,500 New Student Slots</h1> The government approved expansion of five Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) located in different states, with a total investment of Rs 11,828.79 crore over four years. The plan includes increasing student capacity by 6,500, creating 130 faculty positions, and establishing five research parks. The expansion aims to enhance educational infrastructure, support innovation, generate employment, and contribute to economic growth by providing more opportunities in prestigious technical education institutions.