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[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

It was a very special feeling for me to hear Padma Bhushan Param Pujya Didi Maa Sadhvi Ritambhara Ji speak so warmly about KISS and our work.

Didi Maa herself has spent years in the service of children, women and society, so her appreciation means a lot to me. She had heard about KISS earlier, but after seeing the campus, meeting our children and witnessing the work closely, her words came from the heart.

I remain deeply grateful for her blessings, affection and encouragement. Such words give me more strength to continue serving with the same sincerity and commitment.

[KIIT - Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology @KIITUniversity]

We congratulate Ms Nandita Parida on being selected for the prestigious Prime Minister’s Fellowship for Doctoral Research (PMFDR).

Continuing her doctoral research at our School of Biotechnology, under the guidance of Prof. Srinivas Patnaik, Nandita exemplifies the spirit of curiosity, perseverance and research excellence.

Here’s to many more milestones ahead!

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Very happy and honoured to welcome Padma Bhushan Param Pujya Didi Maa Sadhvi Ritambhara Ji to our KIIT & KISS campuses today.

Didi Maa spent a good amount of time at KISS, went around the campus, saw the facilities and interacted with our lovable KISSians. She told us that she had heard about KISS earlier, but seeing the work with her own eyes and at such a large scale made her very happy and surprised.

Her words touched me deeply because Didi Maa herself has been doing wonderful work for children, women and society through Vatsalyagram for many years.

When someone who has devoted her own life to service appreciates our small effort at KISS, it gives me great encouragement.

My sincere respect and gratitude to Param Pujya Didi Maa Ji for her blessings, kind words and affection for our children.

[KISS - Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences @kissfoundation]

The KISS family was delighted to welcome Mr Manish Tiwary, Chairman and Managing Director, Nestlé India Limited, to the campus today.

During his visit, he interacted with members of the KISS family, explored the campus and saw closely the facilities and initiatives created for the education and empowerment of tribal children.

His warm appreciation for the vision of Dr Achyuta Samanta and the scale of work being carried out at KISS was deeply encouraging.

We thank Mr Tiwary for spending time with us and for his kind words and valuable appreciation.

[KIIT - Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology @KIITUniversity]

At KIIT, our vision is to build an ecosystem where academic excellence, holistic development, and social responsibility go hand in hand.

Under the visionary leadership of our Founder, Prof. (Dr) Achyuta Samanta, we have built not just classrooms and campuses, but a community rooted in inclusivity, innovation, and impact.

Our achievements, from national honours to global recognitions, are a testament to the collective effort of our students, faculty, and staff who continue to drive this vision forward.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

On the auspicious occasion of Janmashtami, I extend my warm greetings and good wishes to everyone.

May Lord Shri Krishna bless all of us with peace, happiness and strength, and guide us to do our duty with sincerity and a good heart.

Wishing everyone a blessed and joyful Janmashtami.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Very happy and proud that four of my lovable KISSians have been selected to represent India at the Asia Rugby Emirates U-18 Sevens 2026 in Qingdao, China.

For young players, an opportunity like this can become a turning point in life. I know how much discipline, hard work and patience goes behind reaching this stage. I wish all four of them a wonderful tournament. Enjoy the game, play your natural game and return with good memories and greater confidence.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

On the occasion of Teachers’ Day, I extend my heartfelt wishes to all teachers.

A teacher’s guidance, care and encouragement can shape a life forever. Their contribution goes far beyond the classroom and helps build confidence, values and character in every generation.

I pay my humble tributes to Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan on his birth anniversary.

My special wishes to all the teachers of our KIIT, KISS & KIMS family, and to teachers everywhere for their dedication and service to society.

Happy Teachers’ Day.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Deeply saddened by the passing of Prof. Ada E. Yonath, Nobel Laureate in Chemistry 2009, one of the world’s great scientists.

I fondly remember her visit to KIIT & KISS in 2016, when she delivered the 8th JBS Haldane Lecture at KIIT and spent time with our children at KISS. She was very impressed by KISS and its scale, and her encouraging words for our children remain a cherished memory for us.

Her pioneering work on the structure and function of the ribosome made an extraordinary contribution to science and medicine.

My heartfelt condolences to her family, colleagues at the Weizmann Institute of Science, and the global scientific community.

May her soul rest in peace.

[KISS - Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences @kissfoundation]

At KISS, sport is not an extracurricular activity; it is an integral part of how our children learn discipline, resilience, and teamwork.

From the swimming pool to the football field, from the velodrome to the hockey turf, every game played here is a step toward building confidence that extends far beyond the boundaries of any playing arena. This is sport as we envision it: a space to grow and a space to dream.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Happy to welcome Dr Lobsang Sangay, faculty member at Harvard Law School, to our KIIT & KISS campuses today.

He addressed the students of KIIT School of Law on the important theme “Law, Ethics and Political Leadership”. For our young law students, such interactions are very meaningful, as they get an opportunity to learn from people who have experienced law, leadership and public life closely.

I was also happy that Dr Sangay could spend time at KIIT & KISS and interact with our students. His visit and words of encouragement made the occasion very special for us.

[KIIT - Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology @KIITUniversity]

POV: Students see the lesson.
Teachers see the journey.

From “open your books” to “I believe in you” - teachers do so much more than teach.

Here’s to the ones behind every student’s growth.

[KISS - Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences @kissfoundation]

At KISS, climate action begins at the grassroots! From tree-planting drives and Miyawaki forests to strengthening disaster resilience and empowering Indigenous women and girls, we are nurturing communities that are better prepared for a changing climate.

Aligned with SDG 13: Climate Action, KISS continues to turn Indigenous knowledge, community participation and institutional action into pathways for a more resilient future.

[KIIT - Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology @KIITUniversity]

To every teacher who lit the path to knowledge at KIIT and beyond. Happy Teachers' Day! Thank you for shaping tomorrow's innovators.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Heartiest congratulations to Team @ISRO on the successful launch of GSLV-F17 carrying EOS-05, which has been successfully placed into its intended orbit from Sriharikota today.

EOS-05 will further strengthen India’s Earth observation capabilities and support important applications including agriculture, environmental monitoring and disaster management.

Another proud achievement by our scientists and engineers, taking India’s space journey further ahead. Best wishes to the entire ISRO family for many more successes.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

We were honoured to welcome Smt. Vijaya K. Rahatkar, Hon’ble Chairperson, National Commission for Women, to our KIIT & KISS campuses today.

She spent time at KISS, visited different facilities and interacted closely with our lovable KISSians. I was especially happy to see her engaging with our girl students, listening to them with affection and encouraging them to dream big and move ahead with confidence.

Her appreciation for KISS and for the confidence and aspirations of our children meant a lot to us.

I am grateful to Smt. Rahatkar Ji for her visit, her kind words and the affection she showed towards our children.

[KIIT - Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology @KIITUniversity]

We hosted the 17th National Finance Konclave at our KIIT School of Management (KSOM) on the theme, “Digital Finance and Inclusive Growth: Redefining India’s Economic Future,” bringing together eminent leaders from the finance and BFSI sectors to discuss the evolving role of technology in building an inclusive and sustainable economic future for India.

The conclave explored the transformative potential of digital finance, FinTech, AI and emerging technologies, while highlighting the importance of cybersecurity, digital literacy, consumer protection and responsible innovation.

We were privileged to hear perspectives from distinguished industry leaders, including Mr Vikram Gupta, Founder and Managing Partner, IvyCap Ventures Advisors Pvt. Ltd., and an expert panel comprising leading professionals from Wells Fargo, Tata Realty & Infrastructure, IKF Finance, BFSI Sector Skill Council of India and Mangal Industries Limited.

The discussions examined the future of financial markets, access to capital, digital public infrastructure, financial inclusion and the need for India to evolve from a technology consumer into a creator and exporter of technology-led solutions.

The conclave further featured interactive workshops on digital payments and FinTech, M&A, debt markets, cross-border financial integration and Digital Public Infrastructure, offering participants valuable industry-led insights.

At KIIT, we continue to foster strong academia-industry collaboration and experiential learning, empowering our students with the knowledge, skills and perspectives needed to become future-ready professionals and contribute meaningfully to India’s economic growth.

[Achyuta Samanta @achyuta_samanta]

Coconut has always been very close to my heart. I was born and brought up with coconut as a part of my everyday life, and even today, I remain very fond of coconut, coconut water and different coconut products.

When my father passed away, I was only four years old. Among the few things he left behind for our family were 30–40 coconut trees. In those difficult days, these trees became a great support for us. We sold coconuts and brooms made from coconut leaves to manage our household expenses and support the education and other needs of our eight-member family. During cyclones, when we sometimes had hardly anything to eat, the fallen coconuts also became our food.

So, for me, coconut is not just a fruit or a tree. It is connected with my childhood, my struggle and my survival. Even today, I love consuming coconut and coconut water and continue to use coconut products in my daily life. Perhaps that childhood connection has remained with me all these years.

On World Coconut Day, my respect and good wishes to all coconut farmers and everyone whose life and livelihood are connected with this wonderful tree.

Happy World Coconut Day!

[KISS - Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences @kissfoundation]

We at KISS Deemed to be University celebrated World Sanskrit Day, coinciding with the full-moon day of Śrāvaṇa, bringing together students and teachers of the School of Comparative Tribal Languages and Literatures (SCTLL) to honour the enduring legacy of Sanskrit.

The celebration featured insightful reflections on Sanskrit’s contribution to India’s linguistic, literary and cultural heritage, along with Sanskrit speeches, recitations, songs and the chanting of Śānti Pāṭha. The programme also encouraged students to engage creatively with Sanskrit literature and its rich intellectual traditions.

The occasion was graced by Dr Snigdha Rani Panda, Joint Registrar, KISS-DU, as Chief Guest, along with distinguished faculty members and academic leaders who highlighted the importance of preserving, promoting and carrying forward Sanskrit’s invaluable heritage.

At KISS, we believe that language is a bridge between heritage and the future. Through such celebrations, we continue to nurture cultural awareness, linguistic diversity and a deeper appreciation of India’s rich knowledge traditions among our students.

[KIIT - Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology @KIITUniversity]

Someday, we’ll miss the little things.

The morning rush, meals with friends, spontaneous plans, shared laughter and those conversations that made ordinary days unforgettable.

Here’s a glimpse of a day in KIIT hostel life — memories in the making.

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