IIT Roorkee Bags Most Innovative Institute Award at CII Awards 2023; Check Details Here

New Delhi: Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) has been awarded the ‘Grand Jury Award’ for top innovative research institution and the "Most innovative institute" award for 2023. These awards were conferred at the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Industrial Innovation Awards 2023. 

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According to the official statement released by IIT Roorkee, “This prestigious dual honour underscores the institution's exceptional commitment to pioneering research and innovation, marking the fourth consecutive year of distinguished recognition and showcasing its unwavering dedication to transformative research and societal impact,”.

The institute has been awarded because of its innovations, and collaborations. IIT Roorkee has made academic collaborations with industry leaders to implement practical knowledge in their course curriculum. “The dynamic ecosystem at IIT Roorkee exemplifies a holistic approach to innovation and collaboration, driving impactful outcomes from the laboratory to the marketplace”, the press release mentioned. 

It has also developed two groundbreaking innovations. One is the special coating for paper cups which has made it easily recyclable and has also helped in reducing plastic waste. Another is the invention of water-based Ink for printing. These inventions are aligned with the  'Viksit Bharat 2047’ vision. 

 “ The institution showcases an unwavering commitment to addressing global challenges and contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) through innovative solutions,” it said.

IIT Roorkee director Kamal Kishore Pant accepted the award on behalf of the institute. During his addressing speech, he said: " We are honored by this recognition, which reflects the unwavering commitment of IIT Roorkee to excel in innovation and research. This award is a tribute to the hard work done by all our faculty members, research scholars and staff in fostering an innovative and creative culture. We're excited to inspire the next generation and remain dedicated to sustain this caliber of achievement in academics, research, and innovation, aligning with Vision 2047.”

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