Bhubaneswar: A high-level Israeli delegation expressed great satisfaction and appreciation after its 10-day visit to KIIT and KISS under the ‘India Trek for Global Leaders’ programme concluded on Tuesday.
During their stay, the 20 delegates interacted with KISS students and learnt about their culture, traditions and way of life. They also visited different schools of KIIT, where they interacted with students and faculty member,s and learnt about the university’s teaching methods and research activities.
At a farewell ceremony organised by KIIT and KISS, the Israelis described the visit as truly memorable.
Describing the interactions with children and faculty members at KIIT and KISS as the most rewarding part of their visit to India, the Israelis said it surpassed even their Taj Mahal experience.
The delegates said KISS is a unique model for the world, which reflected the vision, dedication, hard work and sacrifice of its founder Dr Achyuta Samanta.
Dr Samanta said the visit will create opportunities for KIIT and KISS in education, research, cultural exchange and other areas of mutual cooperation.
KIIT-DU Vice-Chancellor Prof. Saranjit Singh, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Admin.)-cum-Registrar Prof. J R Mohanty and Director General of International Relations Debaraj Pradhan were present on the occasion.