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Odisha’s KIIT University Bags ‘Sportstar Aces Award 2022’

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OB Bureau

Bhubaneswar: Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) Deemed to be University, Bhubaneswar, was adjudged the best university for the promotion of sports at the 2022 Sportstar Aces Awards, which was held in Mumbai on Saturday.

The award was given for the promotion of sports and outstanding contribution to the field of sports and games. Many sports personalities, including Sunil Gavaskar, were present on the occasion.

KIIT and KISS have been working towards the comprehensive development of sports and sportspersons. The institute’s world-class sporting infrastructure coupled with its international coaches has resulted in the development of nearly 70 athletes who have represented India at the Olympics, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games and other international meets.

In the absence of Founder Dr Achyuta Samanta, Dr Gaganendu Dash, Director General, Sports, and Dr Varun Sutra, Director, International Affairs, received the Award. In his virtual message, Samanta thanked Sportstar for choosing KIIT for this prestigious award.

 

 

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