Achyuta Samanta Awarded 61st Honorary Doctorate
Well-known social worker, educationist, and Founder of KIIT & KISS Dr. Achyuta Samanta , was conferred with his 61 st honorary doctorate by UPES University, Dehradun. The degree was awarded during the 22 nd convocation ceremony of UPES University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, on 26 th November 2024. The recognition is a testament to Dr. Samanta’s significant contributions to society through education. The university highlighted his exceptional efforts in these areas while bestowing the honour. Receiving his 61 st honorary doctorate, Dr. Samanta said, “For the last 33 years, I have been working relentlessly for the people in society. This 61 st honorary doctorate will be remembered by me for all times to come.” Lord Karan Bilimoria, CBE, DL, a Member of the House of Lords in the UK, was also presented with an Honorary Doctorate during the ceremony. Dr. Samanta has been honored with multiple honorary doctorates from...