Vice Chancellor- KIIT Deemed to be University

Happy to welcome H.E. Dr Abdenor Khelifi, Ambassador of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria to India, to KIIT and KISS. He visited our campuses, went around the facilities, and saw the work being done in the fields of education, skill development and social empowerment. I was happy that he appreciated the KIIT and KISS model and showed keen interest in our efforts. His visit was a matter of happiness for all of us. My heartfelt thanks to him for taking the time to visit KIIT and KISS and for his kind words.

We celebrate our international graduates of the #Classof2026 at the #SpecialConvocation at @KIITUniversity. The presence of H.E. Dr. Abdenor Khelifi, Ambassador of the People’s Democratic Republic of #Algeria to #India made the occasion truly memorable. #KIITUniversity

72nd Honorary Doctorate I am humbled to receive my 72nd Honorary Doctorate from Shri Krishna University, Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh, at its First Convocation Ceremony today. The ceremony was graced by His Excellency Shri Thawarchand Gehlot Ji, Hon’ble Governor of Karnataka; Shri Virendra Kumar Ji, Union Cabinet Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment; and Shri Inder Singh Parmar Ji, Minister of Higher Education, Madhya Pradesh. I also thank Dr Amit Kumar Jain, Acting Vice-Chancellor of Shri Krishna University, and the entire university leadership for their affection, respect, warm hospitality, and for recognising my work in the field of education and social service. Receiving this honour from a university committed to quality education, human values and social upliftment gives me deep happiness and humility. This honour is dedicated to my KIIT and KISS family, who have always been a part of my journey.

Honoured to share that @KIITUniversity has signed a MoU with the Indian Army to expand access to quality higher education for serving & retired personnel and their wards, reaffirming our commitment to those who safeguard our nation. #KIITUniversity #IndianArmy #ViksitBharat

We are immensely proud to share that @KIITUniversity has been ranked 6th among all universities in India, across both government and private institutions, in the @timeshighered Asia University Rankings 2026. #KIITUniversity #Ranking #AcademicExcellence

Happy to share that KIIT Deemed to be University has been ranked 6th among all universities in India, across both government and private institutions, in the Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2026. It has also emerged as the No. 1 university in Odisha and in the entire eastern region of India. Globally, KIIT has risen to 169th position in Asia, improving from 184 in 2025 and 196 in 2024. This is a proud and happy moment for all of us. It is the result of the continuous effort of our students, teachers, staff and everyone associated with KIIT. My heartfelt thanks to all for their dedication and support. My best wishes to the entire KIIT family.

Only 23 days to go for one of the most special days for the Art of Giving family. 17th May is a day we celebrate across the world with great joy, love and togetherness, joined by millions of our fan followers and well-wishers. I am happy to share that the theme of Art of Giving for its 13th year is “Share to Shine.” This theme carries a very simple message. When you share what you have—your food, your time, your knowledge, your love, your effort—you do not become less. You shine from within. I humbly invite all my dear members and followers of Art of Giving to celebrate this theme wholeheartedly. You may share a meal, help someone in need, spend time with others, share your knowledge, or do any small act of kindness in your own way. I also request all of you to share your celebrations on social media and spread this message so that more and more people can join this movement. Let us all come together to celebrate Share to Shine.

Happy to welcome Her Excellency Ms Laura Williams, Hon’ble U.S. Consul General, Hyderabad, to KIIT and KISS. She visited our campuses, went around the facilities, and spent time meeting our faculty members, staff and students. I was happy that she closely saw the KIIT and KISS model and appreciated the work being done for education, inclusion and social development. Her visit was a matter of happiness for all of us. My heartfelt thanks to her for taking the time to visit our campuses and for her kind appreciation of our work. @USCGHyderabad

We are delighted to announce that Toyota Kirloskar Motor (@Toyota_India) has launched Toyota Technical Education Program (T-TEP) at @kpkiit, along with the inauguration of Centre of Excellence- empowering youth with hands-on skills. #KIITUniversity #KIITPolytechnic #ToyotaIndia

Amb. @manojifs interacted with KIIT students on exchange at the University of Craiova, appreciating their academic engagement & encouraging them to serve as bridges for deeper India-Romania educational & cultural ties. @MEAIndia @MinOfCultureGoI @EduMinOfIndia @KIITUniversity

Boosting India-Romania academic collaboration! 🇮🇳🤝🇷🇴 Happy to announce that @KIITUniversity signs landmark Student, Faculty & Staff Exchange Agreement with Babeș-Bolyai University, Romania-unlocking exciting student, faculty & research exchanges! @MEAIndia @EduMinOfIndia

I feel very happy to know that my KIIT and KISS children are doing very well at the International Shakespeare Festival in Craiova, Romania. Our students are practising with great sincerity, and I have been told that their performance has been highly appreciated, even by the Mayor of Craiova. It is a matter of pride for all of us that, among participants from 30 countries and 45 universities, 10 students from KIIT and 10 students from KISS are representing our country and institutions and making us proud. My best wishes are always with them.

Heartiest congratulations to Ms Sadhvi Satish Sail of Goa on being crowned Femina Miss India World 2026 at the Grand Finale of KIIT Presents 61st Femina Miss India 2026, held at KIIT today. My congratulations also to Ms Rajnandini Pawar of Maharashtra, 1st Runner-Up, and Ms Sree Advaita G of Uniona Territory, 2nd Runner-Up. It was a matter of pride for all of us that this prestigious national event was held in Odisha for the first time, and at the KIIT campus. For the last few days, the participants and officials had been with us and experienced KIIT, KISS and the rich culture of Odisha closely. Today, seeing this beautiful journey come to its grand conclusion gave me much happiness. I thank everyone who worked day and night and helped conduct the entire programme smoothly and gracefully. My sincere thanks to The Times Group, Femina, all officials, participants, guests, students, staff, volunteers and the entire KIIT and KISS family. Everything was completed very smoothly, and that gave me happiness.

Today is a very special day for all of us, as the Grand Finale of KIIT Presents 61st Femina Miss India 2026 is being held at the KIIT campus. For the first time, Odisha and the entire eastern region are hosting this prestigious national event. It is a matter of pride for the KIIT family that such a national stage has come to Odisha and is being held within our campus. Since 12th April, the top 30 State winners and the officials have been with us and have experienced many dimensions of KIIT, KISS and Odisha. They have taken part in campus activities, sports, yoga, student interactions, celebrated Odia New Year, enjoyed Odia cuisine, visited Puri and Konark, taken the blessings of Lord Jagannath, and spent time understanding the rich culture and heritage of our state. Today, I look forward to welcoming our invited guests, students, staff, alumni and well-wishers to this proud occasion at the KIIT campus. We will also be going live on Instagram with the pre-event celebration from 6:45 PM to 8:15 PM, and I request everyone to join and watch this special evening.

@KIITUniversity is proud to mark a defining moment with signing of a transformative MoU with @TCOEINDIA- an initiative that goes beyond collaboration to ignite a shared vision of innovation, excellence & impact in next-gen telecom technologies. #KIITUniversity #TCOEIndia #5G #6G

Glimpse of the Top 30 State Winners of the prestigious 61st Femina Miss India 2026 presented by @KIITUniversity, as they explore the dynamic sports ecosystem at KIIT & @kissfoundation. #KIITUniversity

Happy and honoured to welcome Shri Vineet Jain Ji, Managing Director of The Times Group, to KIIT and KISS today. He has come to Odisha on the occasion of KIIT Presents 61st Femina Miss India 2026, and I am happy that he is visiting Odisha and our campus for the first time. He went around the campus and spent time understanding the spirit of KIIT and KISS closely. Shri Vineet Jain Ji has also played an important role in encouraging the growth of pickleball in India and in shaping the Indian Pickleball League. I was happy to play pickleball with him today.

Glimpse of the visit to the @KIMSBBSR by the Top 30 State Winners of the 61st Femina Miss India 2026 presented by @KIITUniversity. #KIITUniversity

Listen to Miss India World 2024, Ms Nikita Porwal, as she shares her experience of KIIT and KISS. It is a matter of happiness that she has spoken with such warmth about our KISS children, the integrated education model at KIIT and KISS, and the hospitality extended to all the participants of KIIT Presents 61st Femina Miss India 2026. My best wishes to her.

As part of KIIT Presents 61st Femina Miss India, the top 30 State winners visited Konark & Chandrabhaga beach today. They also took part in a yoga session at Konark and spent time experiencing the heritage, beauty and spirit of Odisha.