Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) has conferred the Doctor of Letters Honoris Causa on RPSG Group Chairman Dr Sanjiv Goenka, recognising his contributions and achievements across business, education and institution building.
The honorary degree was bestowed upon Goenka at a special ceremony, marking a significant academic honour. Accepting the recognition, Goenka said he received the honour with a sense of “deep humility and responsibility” and expressed gratitude to KIIT for considering him worthy of the distinction.
Addressing the graduating students at the ceremony, Goenka spoke about the opportunities available to young Indians and encouraged them to approach the next phase of their lives with confidence and ambition.
“To the students who are passing out, I’d just like to say that you step into an India which is like an India never before, full of opportunities, full of chances,” Goenka said.
He urged the graduating class to believe in their abilities and remain committed to their aspirations. According to Goenka, the country’s changing landscape presents young people with opportunities to pursue their ambitions and build their own paths.
“All you need to do is believe in yourself, pursue your dreams, pursue your ambitions and the end is limitless,” he said.
GOENKA’S MESSAGE TO GRADUATING STUDENTS
Goenka’s address focused on self-belief and the importance of pursuing one’s ambitions. Rather than offering a conventional career roadmap, he encouraged students to recognise the opportunities around them and have the confidence to pursue their goals.
His remarks came as the graduating students prepare to enter professional life at a time when India’s economy and business environment are undergoing significant changes. He highlighted the possibilities available to the younger generation and encouraged them to make the most of them.
Goenka concluded his address by congratulating the graduating students and wishing them success in their future endeavours.
“All the very best. Congratulations,” he said.
SIXTH HONORARY DEGREE FOR GOENKA
The Doctor of Letters Honoris Causa conferred by KIIT marks the sixth honorary degree received by Dr Sanjiv Goenka.
Accepting the honour, Goenka said he did so with “a sense of deep humility and responsibility” and thanked the institution for considering him worthy of the recognition.
He also used the occasion to address the graduating students, highlighting the opportunities available to young people in India.
“You step into an India which is like an India never before, full of opportunities, full of chances,” Goenka said.
He encouraged the students to believe in themselves, pursue their dreams and ambitions, and make the most of the opportunities ahead.
“All you need to do is believe in yourself, pursue your dreams, pursue your ambitions and the end is limitless,” he said.
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