Bhubaneswar, 15th Aug: The 80th Independence Day was celebrated on Saturday across various campuses of KIIT-DU and at KISS with patriotic fervour and enthusiasm. At KISS, eminent Kannada journalist and Editor-in-Chief of the Kannada daily Vishwavani, Vishweshwar Bhat, attended the Independence Day celebration as the chief guest. He hoisted the National Flag and addressed the students.
Addressing the gathering, Bhat said, “Now, we have to attain freedom from poverty, freedom from illiteracy, and freedom through education.” Appreciating the work of Dr. Achyuta Samanta, Founder of KIIT and KISS, he said, “I always remember Dr. Samanta for his great dedication and inspiration. He has inspired generations and generations to come. Your future is in the best hands, very safe hands, and you are receiving the best care.”
Addressing the students, Dr. Samanta said, “Until you progress, we will not feel happy or satisfied. The nation will progress when you progress. You will have an important role to play in building the India that is going to become a developed nation.” He added that KISS has been functioning successfully for the past 35 years and assured that efforts would continue to make the institution even better.
Among others, KISS Secretary R. N. Dash; Pro-Vice-Chancellor Prof. Raju K. D.; Registrar Jnyana Ranjan Mohanty; Senior DG Dr. Debashish Bandyopadhyay; and KISS University Registrar Dr. Prashant Routray were present on the occasion.
At KIIT, VC Prof. Saranjit Singh hoisted the National Flag, while at KIMS, Pro-Vice-Chancellor Prof. C. B. K. Mohanty performed the flag-hoisting ceremony. At KIIT International School, Principal Dr. Sanjay Suar, and at KIIT Public School, Principal Dilip Kumar Tripathy, also hoisted the National Flag. The celebrations concluded with a student parade, followed by a colourful cultural programme.
