Dr. Achyuta Samanta, the visionary founder of the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) and the Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS), was honored with the prestigious Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma Award in Kokrajhar, Assam. The award ceremony took place on April 18, 2025, coinciding with the 166th birth anniversary of Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma. 

This recognition celebrates his outstanding contributions to education and social empowerment, aligning with the values upheld by the award's namesake.

Key Points

• The award ceremony was held in Kokrajhar, Assam, to honor Dr. Samanta's contributions.
• Dr. Achyuta Samanta was conferred the Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma Award 2025 for his contributions to education and social empowerment.
• The award was presented to Dr. Samanta, founder of KIIT and KISS, for his transformative work in education and philanthropy.
• Dr. Samanta founded KIIT and KISS, which provide high-quality education and free services to underprivileged tribal children.
• The award included a citation, memento, and Rs.1 lakh cash prize, recognizing Dr. Samanta's significant impact.
• Dr. Samanta donated the entire Rs.1 lakh cash prize back to the Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma Trust to support its initiatives.

About Achyuta Samanta

Dr. Achyuta Samanta is a renowned educationist and philanthropist, best known for establishing KIIT and KISS. KIIT is a globally recognized institution offering quality education, while KISS is the world's largest free residential educational institute for tribal children. His initiatives have empowered thousands of underprivileged students, providing them with opportunities for a better future. Dr. Samanta's dedication to education as a tool for social transformation has earned him national and international acclaim.?

About the Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma Award

The Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma Award is an esteemed recognition instituted by the Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma Trust. It honors individuals who have made significant contributions to education, social empowerment, and community development. The award is named after Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma, a revered spiritual leader and social reformer of the Bodo community, often referred to as the "Mech Gandhi of Assam."