High-level Israeli delegation returns with fond memories from Odisha, KIIT-KISS
By Swagatika Mohapatra
Bhubaneswar, Nov 10: A 20-member high-level Israeli delegation, which visited Odisha’s KIIT and KISS universities under the ‘India Trek for Global Leaders’ programme, concluded its 10-day stay at the institutions and departed on Monday with fond memories and enriching experiences.
During their stay, which began on November 1, the delegates interacted with KISS students and gained insights into their culture, traditions and way of life. They also visited various schools of KIIT, where they interacted with students and faculty members and learnt about the university’s teaching methods and research activities.
KIIT and KISS organised a farewell ceremony in honour of the delegation. The delegates expressed their happiness and described the visit as truly memorable.
They said that interacting with children and faculty members at KIIT and KISS was the most rewarding part of their visit to India, surpassing even their visit to the Taj Mahal. They particularly appreciated meeting students and academics from different departments at KIIT, exchanging ideas, learning from one another and sharing experiences.
The delegates described KISS as a unique model for the world, reflecting the vision, dedication, hard work and sacrifice of its founder, Dr. Achyuta Samanta.
Addressing the delegation, Dr. Samanta said that the visit would create opportunities for KIIT and KISS in education, research, cultural exchange and other areas of mutual cooperation.
KIIT Deemed to be University Vice-Chancellor Prof. Saranjit Singh, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Admin.)-cum-Registrar Prof. J.R. Mohanty and Director General of International Relations Mr. Debaraj Pradhan were present on the occasion.
