Archive · 5 Oct 2026
KIIT Awards Sanjiv Goenka Honorary Doctorate at Bhubaneswar Ceremony
KIIT gave Dr Sanjiv Goenka an honorary degree at a ceremony in Bhubaneswar.
The award recognized his work in business, education and building institutions.
Goenka said he felt humble and responsible when accepting it.
He also spoke to students who were graduating.
He said they were entering an India with many opportunities.
He encouraged them to believe in themselves and follow their dreams.
The article says this is his sixth honorary doctorate.
KIIT conferred a Doctor of Letters Honoris Causa on RPSG Group Chairman Dr Sanjiv Goenka.
The ceremony took place in Bhubaneswar on October 5.
Goenka said he accepted the honour with “deep humility and responsibility” and thanked KIIT.
Addressing graduates, he described India as offering unprecedented opportunities and encouraged them to pursue their ambitions.
The article says this is Goenka’s sixth honorary doctorate.
- Who
- KIIT conferred the degree on Dr Sanjiv Goenka, Chairman of the RPSG Group.
- What
- Goenka received a Doctor of Letters Honoris Causa and addressed graduating students.
- When
- October 5; the year is not stated.
- Where
- Bhubaneswar, India.
- Why
- The article says the honour recognized Goenka’s work in business leadership, education and institution-building.
- Award
- Doctor of Letters Honoris Causa (D.Litt.)
- Recipient
- Dr Sanjiv Goenka
- Awarding institution
- Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT)
- Ceremony location
- Bhubaneswar
- Date
- October 5; year not specified
- Honorary doctorate count
- The article identifies this as Goenka’s sixth honorary doctorate.