KIIT, KISS founder Achyuta Samanta conferred with 65th honorary doctorate by University of Buckingham

NEW DELHI: The Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) and Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) founder, social worker and educationist Achyuta Samanta was conferred honorary doctorate (degree of doctor of science, honoris causa) by the University of Buckingham, United Kingdom, during its graduation ceremony today. This is the 65th honorary doctorate of Achyuta Samanta.

The recognition highlights Samanta's contributions to society through education and social service.

According to the official KIIT statement, the University of Buckingham is the only independent university in the UK with a Royal Charter and is the oldest of Britain’s independent universities.

While expressing his gratitude for the honorary doctorate Samanta said: “For the last 33 years, I have been working relentlessly for the betterment of society. This honorary doctorate will remain a cherished milestone for me,”

65 honorary doctorates

According to the official KIIT statement, Samanta has been awarded 65 honorary doctorates by universities worldwide for his contributions to education and social service. While conferring the doctorate, the university lauded his efforts in transforming lives through education and community development.

“The Senate was astonished to learn about Achyuta Samanta’s life story, which is one of inspiration and hope. It is a testament to the indomitable human spirit, and the power of hard work, perseverance, and social responsibility to transform lives and create a better world,” the KIIT statement said.

Dame Mary Archer the chancellor of the University of Buckingham, James Tooley the vice-chancellor, Harriet Dunbar-Morris the pro-vice-chancellor, as well as council members and senate members were present on the occasion.

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