IIT Kharagpur

A message from a global icon. A proud moment for
@IITKgp.

As IIT Kharagpur celebrates 75 years of excellence, innovation and nation-building, we were honoured to receive a special message from our distinguished alumnus @sundarpichai, CEO of @Google and Alphabet, marking this historic milestone.

His message reflects the enduring global impact of the IIT ecosystem and the power of education, innovation and technology to transform lives and shape the future.

As we celebrate our remarkable legacy, we look ahead with renewed ambition — to nurture ideas, inspire generations and create solutions that make a difference to India and the world.

Thank you, Sundar Pichai, for your inspiring words and warm wishes.

Celebrating 75 Years of IIT Kharagpur — Legacy. Leadership. Impact.

#IITKharagpur #IITKGP75 #75YearsOfIITKharagpur #SundarPichai #Innovation #Technology #Leadership #GlobalImpact

@sundarpichai @Google @Suman_iitkgp

Illuminating Minds, Inspiring Futures!

IIT Kharagpur wishes everyone a Happy and Prosperous Diwali!

May the Festival of Lights illuminate our lives with wisdom, happiness, peace, and prosperity, inspiring us to embrace new possibilities, foster innovation, and build a brighter, more inclusive future.

As we celebrate the triumph of light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance, let us continue to spread the light of learning, compassion, and excellence.

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyous, safe, and radiant Diwali!

#HappyDiwali #Diwali2026 #IITKharagpur #FestivalOfLights #CelebratingTogether

A Global Honour for Scientific Excellence | A Proud Moment for IIT Kharagpur!

The Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur proudly congratulates Prof. Suman Chakraborty, Director, IIT Kharagpur, on his election as a Fellow of The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS), effective 1 January 2027.

This prestigious international recognition celebrates his outstanding contributions to scientific research and his commitment to advancing science and scientific excellence, particularly in developing countries.

An internationally acclaimed researcher and academic leader, Prof. Chakraborty's election to TWAS adds another distinguished honour to his remarkable academic journey and reflects the growing global recognition of Indian scientific excellence.

A moment of immense pride for the entire IIT Kharagpur fraternity!

Heartiest congratulations to Prof. Suman Chakraborty on this exceptional achievement, which further strengthens IIT Kharagpur's global academic standing and inspires future generations of scientists, researchers and innovators.

#IITKharagpur #TWAS #SumanChakraborty #ScientificExcellence #GlobalRecognition #ResearchExcellence #IndianScience

@EduMinOfIndia @TWASnews @Suman_iitkgp @PIB_India @PIBKolkata @PTI_News @ANI

Turning Waste into Opportunity through Innovation!

As part of its commitment to the objectives of #SpecialCampaign6, IIT Kharagpur organised a two-day workshop on Sustainable Waste Management, bringing together leading academicians, industry experts, researchers and students.

The workshop explored innovative technologies, sustainable waste management practices and waste valorisation, highlighting the role of research and innovation in advancing resource efficiency and a circular economy.

Innovating for Sustainability. Transforming Waste into Value.

#IITKharagpur #WasteManagement #CircularEconomy #Sustainability

@EduMinOfIndia @Suman_iitkgp @wasteprof

IIT Kharagpur Alumnus Wins NSFMFP Best Ph.D. Thesis Lecture Award 2026!

Congratulations to Dr. Sumanta Laha, an alumnus of IIT Kharagpur’s Dual Award Ph.D. Programme with The University of Manchester, UK, on being selected as one of only four recipients nationwide of the prestigious NSFMFP Best Ph.D. Thesis Lecture Award 2026!

His award-winning research on computational cardiovascular modelling integrates blood flow, heart valve dynamics and thrombosis simulation, paving the way for advanced medical technologies, digital twins and personalised healthcare.

Conducted under the guidance of Prof. Prasanta Kumar Das, Dr. Amir Keshmiri and Dr. Georgios Fourtakas, the research exemplifies excellence in interdisciplinary innovation and international collaboration.

Currently a Scientist at Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon, Germany, Dr. Laha will receive the award at the Fluid Mechanics and Fluid Power Conference 2026, scheduled for 10–12 December at NIT Rourkela.

Heartiest congratulations on this remarkable achievement!

#IITKharagpur #ResearchExcellence #NSFMFP2026 #CardiovascularEngineering #Innovation