On October 11, 2024, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor Dr. Z. P. Patel, along with Shri Kiranbhai L. Patel, Joint Managing Director of the ASPEE Group of Companies, and Shri Jatinbhai S. Patel, Technical Director of ASPEE, laid the foundation stone for the ‘ASPEE Auditorium’ at NAU Navsari. The ASPEE Group and ASPEE Charitable Trust, based in Malad, Mumbai, have generously donated ₹3 crore for the construction of this state-of-the-art auditorium, which will accommodate approximately 1,100 seats.

Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor expressed heartfelt gratitude on behalf of the university, highlighting the deep appreciation felt for the ASPEE Group and its family. He emphasized that the auditorium will not only host academic ceremonies, discussions, cultural events, and scientific conferences but also become an invaluable asset for the student community. The ASPEE Group has a longstanding relationship with NAU, having previously contributed to the establishment of the ASPEE College of Horticulture, ASPEE Shakilam Biotechnology Institute in Surat, and ASPEE Agri-Business Management Institute.

The ceremony was attended by dignitaries from ASPEE, University Officers, Principals of all Colleges and Polytechnics, as well as Head of the Departments and faculty members from various colleges of NAU.