Vision
Markaz Knowledge City is an integrated township located in Kozhikode, Kerala, India. It comprises eighteen distinct entities functioning across key sectors such as education, culture, health, entrepreneurship, and residential development. The initiative is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG 2030), aiming to build sustainable cities and communities that advance human development. The city seeks to address contemporary global challenges by promoting innovation, creating opportunities, and enhancing human capabilities—thereby shaping a progressive future inspired by cultural and intellectual heritage. Designed to integrate technological advancements and skill development initiatives, Markaz Knowledge City aspires to contribute to a knowledge-based economy in Kerala, encouraging participation from diverse social and professional backgrounds. Developed under green protocols, the township focuses on driving economic growth while improving the quality of life through sustainable urban planning. It follows smart city principles that combine environmental responsibility with modern infrastructure. Quality education and good health and well-being form the core objectives of the city’s development model. Markaz Knowledge City maintains collaborations with various institutions, organizations, and global partners to enhance integration and knowledge exchange. Its initiatives support goals of global peace, ethical living, community empowerment, and inclusive education. [5]
Commerce
Souq
Souq is a marketplace located within Markaz Knowledge City, positioned beneath the Cultural Centre. It comprises over 150 commercial spaces catering to businesses such as restaurants, clothing stores, perfumeries, and minimarts. The Souq is designed to promote local entrepreneurship while maintaining international standards and providing affordable options for the public. Its design draws inspiration from traditional Arab Souq models from the Middle East and Central Asia, featuring more than 50 business segments across eight blocks. The space also serves as a venue for artistic performances representing diverse global traditions.
Fezinn Hotel
Fezinn Hotel is a four-star business hotel located at the gateway of Markaz Knowledge City, offering over 100 furnished deluxe rooms and suites. The hotel includes a business desk, tour desk, restaurants, coffee shops, kiosks, and parking facilities. Its architecture is distinctive, featuring a butterfly motif on the building. The hotel functions as the main hospitality hub of the township. [7]
M-Tower
M-Tower serves as a corporate complex within Markaz Knowledge City, providing multi-layered service apartments that accommodate offices, workstations, and residential units. It supports both start-ups and established businesses by offering integrated work and living spaces. [8]
Valencia Galleria
Valencia Galleria, the Exhibition Center, hosts national and international events including academic, corporate, and private functions such as art, trade, and literary exhibitions. It features a hall with a capacity of 2,000 people and is designed to meet global standards for event management. [9]
Education
Markaz Unani Medical College and Hospital
Markaz Unani Medical College and Hospital, located within Markaz Knowledge City, is the first Unani medical institution established in Kerala. The college aims to develop qualified healthcare professionals and strengthen the region’s medical infrastructure through Unani medicine. It provides an integrated academic environment that combines theoretical and practical learning, supported by modern infrastructure, advanced facilities, and a practice-oriented curriculum designed to enhance educational and clinical experience. [10]
Markaz Law College
Markaz Law College, located within Markaz Knowledge City, aims to develop a generation of legal professionals committed to upholding the Constitution of India and promoting justice and equality. The college offers a five-year integrated programme in Law and Management, a three-year LLB course with various specialisations, and two postgraduate LLM programmes in Constitutional Law and Commercial Law. In addition to academic instruction, the college serves as a centre for advanced research in legal studies, facilitating comparative legal research projects undertaken by faculty and students. Markaz Law College has achieved recognition through its participation in national and international academic and professional events. The institution also operates Legal Aid Clinics across the country to promote legal literacy and provide community-oriented legal support. [11]
AIMER
Avaan Institute of Management Education and Research (AIMER) is a business school located within Markaz Knowledge City, Kerala. The institute serves as a platform for academic and entrepreneurial collaboration, bringing together scholars, visionaries, and aspiring business leaders to develop region-specific management solutions. AIMER emphasizes industry-oriented and problem-solving–based business training, while also fostering an active community of entrepreneurs and investors. The institute engages in publishing original research and case studies, operates a business incubation centre, and offers Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) programmes. [12]
WIRAS
The World Institute for Research in Advanced Sciences (WIRAS) is a centre for higher education in Islamic studies located within Markaz Knowledge City, Kerala. The institute focuses on developing scholars in fields such as Islamic law, theology, mysticism, medicine, and related disciplines. In addition to promoting advanced learning in classical Islamic sciences, WIRAS engages in original research addressing contemporary issues in Islamic thought and modern Muslim societies. The institute also facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration in areas such as comparative legal studies, traditional medicine, management, and technical sciences, working closely with other academic entities within Markaz Knowledge City. [13]
Hillsinai School of Excellence
Hillsinai Finishing School, located within Markaz Knowledge City, functions as a knowledge and skill development centre focused on advancing the knowledge economy. The institution emphasizes human development and well-being through research, innovation, and skill-based education aligned with technological advancements associated with the Fourth Industrial Revolution (IR 4.0). The centre provides advanced coaching for competitive and professional courses, including Civil Services, Engineering, Medicine, and Law. Hillsinai also aims to establish centres of excellence, promote innovation and entrepreneurship, and develop future-ready human resources through expert-led engagement and value-driven education. [14]
Habitus Finishing School
Habitus Finishing School, established under Markaz Knowledge City, aims to equip young professionals with advanced skills and competencies relevant to their respective fields. The institution offers a range of short-term and long-term programmes, workshops, and consultation services designed to support individual development and collective growth. The school collaborates with industry experts and academicians from around the world to deliver training in leadership, professional development, and personal well-being. Its key initiatives include flagship leadership programmes, professional training modules for emerging change-makers, and the Centre for Wellness and Happiness (CWH), which focuses on holistic human development.
Alif Global School
Alif Global School, situated within Markaz Knowledge City, provides K–12 education with an international outlook. The school integrates local, national, and international curricula, including CBSE and IGCSE, aiming to establish a “glocal” model of learning. It features smart classrooms, climate-regulated facilities, creative learning spaces, residential options, and outdoor activity areas. The institution accommodates students from diverse socio-cultural backgrounds and emphasizes global citizenship and inclusive education. [15]
Hogar Technologies & Innovations LLP (HTI)
Hogar Technologies & Innovations LLP (HTI) is a technology and innovation company based in Markaz Knowledge City, Kerala. The organization focuses on technical education, skill development, and industry-driven learning. It offers degree and diploma programmes in technology and operates across five key verticals: Training, Production and Manufacturing, Project and Maintenance, Skill Development, and Research & Development. HTI promotes sustainable technology solutions and integrates academic learning with real-world industrial applications. [16]
Malaibar Foundation for Research and Development
The Malaibar Foundation for Research and Development, part of Markaz Knowledge City, serves as a platform for collaborative research and intellectual exchange in various academic fields. The foundation focuses on producing new knowledge in arts, science, management, technology, and literature through dialogue, research, and publication. It houses manuscript collections and heritage materials, and also hosts cultural and academic events. The foundation includes divisions for research, heritage preservation, folklore studies, and publications. [17]
Queensland Women’s Campus
Queensland is a multidisciplinary hub within Markaz Knowledge City dedicated to women’s empowerment through education, employment, and entrepreneurship. It includes a wellness centre, a Qur’anic learning studio, an exclusive campus for Sharia studies, a technical skill development academy, a residential facility for students, a digital library, and an indoor sports complex. Queensland offers higher secondary and undergraduate programmes in Islamic sciences integrated with humanities, commerce, and science disciplines.
MeeM Academia
MeeM Academia is the digital education platform of Markaz Knowledge City, designed to deliver accessible learning opportunities globally. The platform offers courses ranging from primary to advanced levels across various disciplines, supported by qualified educators and technical professionals. MeeM seeks to bridge educational boundaries by promoting universal access to knowledge and fostering shared human values through virtual learning. [18]
Health
MIHRAS
MIHRAS, located within Markaz Knowledge City, provides accessible and affordable medical care while promoting a scientific health culture among the public. The institution combines treatment with education on healthcare and immunity, encouraging holistic well-being. Staffed by qualified and experienced medical professionals, MIHRAS integrates Unani, Allopathy, and Naturopathy systems to deliver comprehensive wellness services. The centre emphasizes human-centred healthcare and affordability, ensuring access to quality treatment for people from diverse backgrounds. [19]
Tigris Valley
Tigris Valley Wellness Centre, located within Markaz Knowledge City, is a wellness resort that integrates traditional healing systems with modern therapeutic approaches. Surrounded by natural serenity, the centre offers personalized treatments and world-class facilities aimed at promoting holistic well-being of the mind, body, and soul. It provides AYUSH treatments across multiple disciplines, including Unani, Ayurveda, Siddha, Chinese Medicine, Homeopathy, and Allopathy, under the guidance of qualified medical professionals. [20]
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