Dr. PURNACHANDRA SAHA

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Warm birthday greetings to His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama on his 91st birthday. His message of peace, compassion and kindness continues to guide millions across the world.

Prayers from the 40,000 pure souls of @kissfoundation students for his good health, long life and continued service to humanity.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Deeply humbled to receive the AAPI Award for Transformational Social Work and Indo-US Partnership at the 44th Annual AAPI Convention and Scientific Assembly in Tampa, Florida, USA.

This honour recognises my long journey in social service, education, healthcare and humanitarian work, along with my efforts to strengthen the partnership between India and the United States. I dedicate this honour to the entire KIIT, KISS & KIMS family, who have always stood with me in this journey of education, healthcare and service to society.

I also delivered the keynote address before eminent physicians and healthcare leaders of Indian origin and shared my simple belief that education, healthcare and service to humanity must always go together.

My heartfelt thanks to AAPI President Dr. Amit Chakrabarty, Convention Chair Dr. Sagar Galwankar, Convener Dr. Raghu Juvvadi and the entire AAPI family for this honour and affection.

[KIIT - Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology @KIITUniversity]

A Reunion of Our Alma Mater!

After a span of sixteen years, the 2006-2010 batch of our esteemed School of Civil Engineering reunited on campus. This reunion fostered a renewed sense of camaraderie and reminiscence, providing an opportunity for alumni to reconnect with their mentors and alma mater.

During the campus tour, the alumni were transported back in time as they visited the Central Library, academic buildings, classrooms, and the verdant campus that had once been their second home. They also explored KISS and expressed their profound appreciation for its exceptional contributions to empowering tribal children through quality education and holistic development.

Amidst a tapestry of nostalgia, laughter, and gratitude, the reunion celebrated the enduring bond that unites generations of KIITians. This reunion ensured that the spirit of our institution will continue to inspire and empower future generations.

[KIIT - Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology @KIITUniversity]

On the auspicious occasion of the 91st Birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, KIIT extends its warmest greetings and heartfelt wishes.

A global symbol of peace, compassion, wisdom, and humanity, His Holiness continues to inspire millions across the world through his message of harmony, kindness, and universal responsibility.

May his life remain a beacon of hope and enlightenment for generations to come.

Happy Birthday, Your Holiness.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Very happy to be in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, for the 57th Annual Convention of the Odisha Society of the Americas, to attend its opening ceremony as Chief Guest and receive this honour from the OSA family.

Founded in 1969, OSA has been bringing Odias across the United States and Canada together for more than five decades. I was very happy to meet so many Odias here. Though they are living far away from Odisha, their love for our language, culture and traditions remains the same.

On this occasion, OSA and KIIT–KIMS also announced their shared intention to build a long-term strategic partnership in education, healthcare, innovation, culture, youth empowerment and community service. I hope this association will create meaningful opportunities and further strengthen the bond between Odisha and the global Odia community.

My heartfelt thanks to OSA President Shri Nagesh Rajanala, Vice-President Shri Utkal Nayak, Bunnu babu, and the entire convention team for their affection, warmth and honour.

My best wishes to the entire OSA family.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

On National Doctors’ Day, my heartfelt greetings and good wishes to all doctors who serve society with care and dedication.

I also convey my special wishes to all doctors of our @KIMSBBSR family. KIMS started with a humble beginning and today has become a 2600-bedded multi-speciality hospital, serving thousands of patients every day.

This has been possible because of the sincere service and patient-friendly care of our doctors.

Happy National Doctors’ Day.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Heartiest congratulations to Odisha’s young chess talent Sattwik Swain for winning the Bronze Medal in the Open Under-10 category at the FIDE World Cadets Cup 2026 in Batumi, Georgia.

At such a young age, his focus, discipline and confidence are truly inspiring. He has made Odisha and India proud. My best wishes to him for the days ahead.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

20 years of KiiT International School is a matter of great happiness for me.

It feels like yesterday that KiiT International School started its journey. Today, it has completed 20 years and has bloomed in the true sense. Over these years, the school has grown in every respect and has become a place where children are cared for with love, discipline and sincerity.

KiiT International School has always tried to give quality education along with values, confidence, creativity, sports, culture and overall development. I feel happy that our students are getting an environment where they can learn well and grow as good human beings.

As Founder, I convey my good wishes to all the students, teachers and staff of KiiT International School. I also appreciate the Chairperson, Principal and the entire team for their hard work, dedication and care in taking the school forward.

[KIIT - Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology @KIITUniversity]

On the sacred occasion of Deba Snana Purnima, we offer our prayers to Mahaprabhu Jagannath, Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra.

May this holy day strengthen our values of unity, service and humanity, bringing happiness and well-being to all.

[KIIT - Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology @KIITUniversity]

LAST CHANCE TO BE PART OF #KIITat30!

Today is the final day to submit your entry for the #KIITat30 Reel Competition and celebrate 30 Years of Excellence & Impact.

Whether it's a cherished memory, a milestone achievement, a campus moment, or your unique KIIT journey, this is your opportunity to share your story with the world.

Create your reel
Post it on social media
Win exciting prizes from a prize pool of ₹1,00,000

Submission Closes: 29 June 2026
Winners Announced: 30 June 2026 during KIIT Foundation Day Celebrations

Every memory tells a story. Make yours count.

Submission Form - https://t.co/q2lxnWEOsD
For more information: https://t.co/hLdOcp6ukI

[KIIT - Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology @KIITUniversity]

At KIIT, we continue to foster meaningful dialogue on emerging technologies and their impact on the future. Through the HORIZON Lecture Series, the Centre of Innovation Research (COIR) hosted an invited lecture on "Nuclear Energy: Emerging Demand and Opportunities" by Dr Kundan Das, Founder of 4.0 Smart Industry Advisory Services Ltd. and Professor of Practice at COIR.

Dr Das shared valuable insights on the growing energy demands of the AI era, emphasising the critical role of sustainable energy solutions and robust infrastructure in supporting technological advancement. The session was further enriched by an engaging interaction with Mr Prasad Routray, Co-founder of ZYVKA, who brought valuable industry perspectives to the discussion.

With participation from faculty members across diverse research domains, the lecture reflected our commitment to interdisciplinary learning, innovation, and addressing the challenges of a rapidly evolving world.

[KIIT - Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology @KIITUniversity]

As part of our International Student Engagement Programme, our international students embarked on a memorable Heritage Walk to Cuttack and a Nature Retreat.

From discovering the historic charm of Cuttack and the iconic Barabati Stadium to enjoying the tranquillity of Odisha’s natural landscapes, the experience offered a perfect blend of culture, learning, and recreation.

Through team-building activities, outdoor games, and meaningful interactions, students strengthened bonds, fostered intercultural understanding, and created lasting memories as they experienced the rich heritage and natural beauty of Odisha.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Heartiest congratulations to our KIIT student Ancy Sojan for creating history with a 6.88m leap in Women’s Long Jump at the National Inter-State Senior Athletics Championships in Bhubaneswar.

Breaking Anju Bobby George’s 22-year-old national record is a proud moment for Indian athletics. Her hard work and discipline have made KIIT and the nation proud.

My best wishes to her for the days ahead.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Heartiest congratulations to Annu Rani for winning Gold in Women’s Javelin Throw at the 65th National Inter-State Senior Athletics Championships in Bhubaneswar.

Her consistent performance and dedication continue to inspire many young athletes of India. My best wishes to her for the days ahead.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Heartiest congratulations to Havildar Lakshay and Havildar Ujjwal Kumar Singh of the Indian Army for creating history by winning India’s first-ever Gold medal at the World Rowing Cup in Lucerne, Switzerland.

My best wishes to them for the days ahead.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

ସ୍ନାନ ପୂର୍ଣ୍ଣିମାର ପବିତ୍ର ଅବସରରେ, ମୁଁ ସମସ୍ତଙ୍କ ମଙ୍ଗଳ ପାଇଁ ମହାପ୍ରଭୁ ଶ୍ରୀ ଜଗନ୍ନାଥ, ପ୍ରଭୁ ବଳଭଦ୍ର , ଦେବୀ ସୁଭଦ୍ରା ଏବଂ ଚକ୍ରରାଜ ସୁଦର୍ଶନଙ୍କ ନିକଟରେ ପ୍ରାର୍ଥନା କରୁଛି।

ପ୍ରତ୍ୟେକ ଓଡ଼ିଆଙ୍କ ପାଇଁ ଏହି ଦିନଟି ଏକ ସ୍ୱତନ୍ତ୍ର ଭାବନା ସୃଷ୍ଟି କରେ। ଯେତେବେଳେ ମହାପ୍ରଭୁ ଦିବ୍ୟ ସ୍ନାନ ପାଇଁ ବାହାରକୁ ଆସନ୍ତି,ଗଜାନନ ବେଶରେ ଦର୍ଶନ ଦିଅନ୍ତି, ହୃଦୟ ଭକ୍ତି ଏବଂ ଶାନ୍ତିରେ ପରିପୂର୍ଣ୍ଣ ହୋଇଯାଏ।

ମହାପ୍ରଭୁ ସମସ୍ତଙ୍କୁ ଉତ୍ତମ ସ୍ୱାସ୍ଥ୍ୟ, ସୁଖ , ଶାନ୍ତି ଓ ସମୃଦ୍ଧି ପ୍ରଦାନ କରନ୍ତୁ।

ଜୟ ଜଗନ୍ନାଥ।

On the auspicious occasion of Snana Purnima, I pray to Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra and Chakraraja Sudarshan for the well-being of all.

This day creates a special feeling for every Odia. When Lord Jagannath comes out for the divine bath and gives darshan in Gajanana Vesha, the heart is filled with devotion and peace.

May Lord Jagannath grant everyone good health, happiness, peace and prosperity.

Jai Jagannath.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Very happy and proud of our student Ms Samarpita Dash, PhD Scholar, School of Mass Communication, KIIT Deemed to be University, for receiving the Odisha State Film Award as Best Actress (Jury) for the film Ae Akasha Tale.

It is a happy moment for the entire KIIT family to see our student being recognised in Odia cinema. At KIIT, we always try to give our students opportunities in every field, so that they can discover their talent and move forward with confidence. This is the beauty of KIIT.

My heartiest congratulations and best wishes to Samarpita. May she continue to make KIIT and Odisha proud.

[KIIT - Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology @KIITUniversity]

The KIIT Academic Empowerment Program (K-AEP) on “Redefining Higher Education: Innovation, Mentoring & Stress Management” is being held from 27th June to 3rd July.

Bringing together educators, academic leaders, and experts, the program aims to foster innovative teaching practices, strengthen mentoring frameworks, and promote effective stress management strategies in higher education.

A step towards creating more resilient, student-centric, and future-ready learning environments.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

KISS Ranked 24th in India among Government and Private Institutions in THE Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026.

I feel very happy to share that KISS Deemed to be University has shown a very good performance in the Times Higher Education World Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026.

KISS has been placed in the 401–600 global rank band and secured 24th position in India among government and private institutions. This is a big jump from the 1001–1500 global band in 2025.

For a young deemed-to-be university like KISS, created exclusively for tribal children, this recognition gives me deep happiness. It shows that when work is done with sincerity, care and purpose, the world also recognises it slowly.

KISS has also secured Top 10 positions in India in three important SDGs — SDG 1: No Poverty, 6th; SDG 4: Quality Education, 9th; and SDG 5: Gender Equality, 6th. These SDGs are closely connected with the life, dignity, education and empowerment of our tribal children, especially our girls.

This recognition belongs to our students, alumni, teachers, staff, well-wishers and everyone who has believed in this mission. We will continue to work with humility and responsibility for the poorest of the poor, for tribal empowerment, and for a more equal and compassionate society.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Happy to share that the KIIT School of Sports and Yogic Sciences has signed an MoU with National Sports University, Manipur, to strengthen sports education, sports science research, yoga education, student and faculty exchange, high-performance sports development and knowledge sharing.

National Sports University, Manipur, established under an Act of Parliament in 2018, is an important institution of the Government of India dedicated to sports education, research and training. I feel happy that KIIT is joining hands with such a national institution for the development of sports and youth.

My sincere thanks to Shri Daljit Singh Chawdhary Ji, Vice-Chancellor, National Sports University, Manipur, for this meaningful partnership. I hope this MoU will contribute to the growth of sports education and research in India and help many young people move forward with discipline, knowledge and confidence.