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Bill Gates receives Humanitarian Award in Odisha
Gates expressed gratitude, saying, "Thank you so much for this wonderful award, and for welcoming me here.”
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Bill Gates receiving the award / (Image: Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences)
Bill Gates, Microsoft co-founder and co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, has been honored with the KISS (Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences) Humanitarian Award 2023 at a ceremony in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
The award recognized Gates' contributions to enhancing global health and education and addressing climate change through innovative technology solutions.
We are grateful for the acknowledgement of our efforts. It was an honour to have @BillGates, engage with our students and changemakers. https://t.co/LUU7forU8K
— KISS - Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (@kissfoundation) February 29, 2024
Accepting the award, Gates expressed gratitude and said, "Thank you so much for this wonderful award, and for welcoming me here. Though I should be the one congratulating you on all you have accomplished.” Addressing the gathering, Gates engaged in a conversation on gender equality, prompted by a question from a KISS alumna.
Professor Achyuta Samanta, founder of Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT), KISS, and Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), noted, "Awarding Bill Gates with the KISS Humanitarian Award not only honors his exceptional contributions but also elevates the prestige of this recognition. His acceptance sets a new benchmark for humanitarian work globally. It is a profound honor for us that Bill Gates is joining the esteemed roster of our awardees."
Gates also lauded Samanta's vision and dedication to providing quality education to indigenous communities, highlighting the importance of civic engagement and a community-first approach to education.
The event was attended by Graham Mayer, Minister Counsellor of US Embassy New Delhi; Frank Talluto, political officer in Hyderabad; Ananth Sukesh, political advisor of US Embassy New Delhi; and Srimali Kari, political specialist US Consulate Hyderabad.
During his visit to India, Gates also enjoyed tea at a local tea stall in Nagpur. The philanthropist shared a video showcasing the traditional method of making chai/ tea, an Indian beverage, on Instagram. "In India, you can find innovation everywhere you turn—even in the preparation of a simple cup of tea!” the caption said.
At the end of the viral clip, Gates was seen sipping tea from a glass and posing for a photo with popular tea seller Dolly Chaiwalla.
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