junmoni

Assistant Professor of Psychology at KIIT University India, Former Senior Research fellow at IIT Kharagpur, studies music, culture, happiness and wellbeing

[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]

KIIT No. 1 in India in 3 SDGs in THE Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026

Happy to share that KIIT has achieved another proud milestone in the Times Higher Education Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026, securing the 101–200 global rank band and 4th position overall in India.

KIIT had a very humble beginning, but it has made its mark globally through rankings, accreditations and quality education. Today, KIIT stands with confidence among the reputed universities of the world. In India too, it has made a significant impact as a leading university.

KIIT has secured:

• 1st position in India in three SDGs — SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities, SDG 14: Life Below Water, and SDG 16: Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions.

• 2nd position in India in two SDGs — SDG 9: Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure, and SDG 15: Life on Land.

• 3rd position in India in three SDGs — SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 6: Clean Water & Sanitation, and SDG 7: Affordable & Clean Energy.

All remaining SDGs are within the Top 10 in India.

Slow and steady wins the race, and this journey of KIIT proves that sincere effort, discipline and faith always bring results. This recognition belongs to all our students, faculty, staff and well-wishers of KIIT & KISS. We will continue to work with humility and responsibility for a better and more sustainable world.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Happy to see the spirit of chess reach the ground in such a beautiful way today. The President of FIDE, Mr @advorkovich, inaugurated the Mega Chess Participation Programme, Chess Festival, at the Biju Patnaik Indoor Stadium, where 5,200 children played together at one place.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Very happy to meet the international experts who have come to Odisha for the FIVB Volleyball workshop under Kanya Kiran. Interacted with Mr John Kessel, Ms Jana Kulan, and Mr Joe Rueben. Their presence adds great value to our efforts in women’s volleyball and grassroots training.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Happy to welcome Mr. Fabio Azevedo, President of the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB), and his wife Mrs. Flavia Azevedo to KIIT & KISS today.
Our association with FIVB has grown steadily over the years, built on a shared belief that sports can change lives.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Very happy to have welcomed 13 delegates from Seattle University & 15 delegates from the University of Houston to KIIT & KISS as part of our India Trek initiative. Over the years, India Trek has brought students and teachers from many universities across the world to our campus.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

More than 2,000 girls came together to play, learn and grow through volleyball. Watching their confidence, energy and happiness touched my heart. This initiative is closely linked to my outreach programme Kanya Kiran, which I see as a ray of sunshine for girls and their future.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

I am verry happy to see the Volleyball Mahakumbh at KIIT & KISS taking shape as a true festival of girls’ empowerment. This special programme, held exclusively for girls, was launched by Mr Fabio Azevedo, President of FIVB, in the presence of 11 senior functionaries from FIVB.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Happy to share that Mr Fabio Azevedo, President of the FIVB, has been conferred with KISS Lifetime Achievement Award. This honour is a small expression of our gratitude for his lifelong dedication to volleyball and his constant support for young sportspersons across the world.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

I feel humbled to share that FIVB President Mr Fabio Azevedo has announced his proposal to include me as a Board Member on the Strategic Council of the Volleyball Foundation under the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) from next year.
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[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Felicitation of our sportspersons has always been a tradition at KIIT. Today, our medal-winning athletes of the Khelo India University Games 2025 were felicitated for their hard work and discipline.
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[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Inauguration of the KIMS–Subhra Rural Hospital today at Kanchisole, Betnoti —a very remote rural village in Mayurbhanj district. Kanchisole is the native village of Shri Girish Chandra Murmu Ji, a respected policymaker and one of the most people-friendly IAS officers from Odisha.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

For me, seeing these smiles has become a hobby and a blessing. It makes me feel peaceful and reminds me why KISS exists—to give love, care, and comfort to children who need it the most.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

KIIT-DU collaborattes with Apollo Tyres Ltd. to introduce a special elective on Tyre Technology for our engineering students. This is the first of its kind that a tyre company and a university are bringing tyre science, design and manufacturing into the academic curriculum.

[junmoni @JunmoniJun]

@achyuta_samanta Great initiative Sir

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Happy to be with the parents and little children at the Preterm Health Mela organised by the Neonatology Department of KIMS today. Our neonatal unit has been taking care of thousands of newborns over the last ten years, and seeing these children grow healthy gives me great joy.

[Himanta Biswa Sarma @himantabiswa]

If you loved the legendary waterfall scene in Baahubali, wait till you see the real magic at Bhelughat Waterfall in Assam! 🌊✨

A stunning curtain of water, lush green cliffs, and the perfect adventure escape — nature at its cinematic best.

Come, feel the Baahubali vibe!

[KIIT - Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology @KIITUniversity]

The KIIT & KISS family together took great pleasure in hosting Mr Jonathan Granoff, President of the Global Security Institute, USA.

It was a special moment to confer upon him the KISS Lifetime Achievement Award, honouring his lifelong commitment to global peace, nuclear disarmament, and humanitarian values. His gracious acceptance made the occasion truly special for the KIIT family.

[KIIT - Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology @KIITUniversity]

At our department of Psychology, research is a key focus across undergraduate, postgraduate, and Ph.D. programs. Students are mentored based on shared research interests and encouraged to publish their work. Ph.D. scholars receive a monthly fellowship from the university.

With strong institutional support, the department fosters an academic environment that goes beyond the classroom, promoting experiential learning and a thriving research culture.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Proud to share that KIIT University has made a significant jump in THE Impact Rankings 2025, moving from the 201–300 to the 101–200 global cohort.

We have shown remarkable performance in key SDGs focused on equality, education, and justice.