In a significant milestone for Indian academia, Mr. Satyam Roychowdhury, Founder and Managing Director of Techno India Group (TIG) and Chancellor of Sister Nivedita University, has been conferred with the prestigious title of Honorary Academician of 2024 by the Albertina Academy of Fine Arts of Turin, Italy.
The event marks an extraordinary moment, as Roychowdhury becomes the first Indian to receive this esteemed European recognition from one of Italy’s foremost state institutions under the Ministry of University and Research (MIUR).
The grand ceremony, held in Calcutta, was graced by luminaries, including H.E. Riccardo Dalla Costa, Hon’ble Consul General of Italy in Calcutta, and visiting dignitaries from the Albertina Academy.
The event celebrated Mr. Roychowdhury’s contributions to education and the arts, which have spanned four decades.
Speaking at the event, Roychowdhury expressed his gratitude and the significance of the recognition. "I am deeply humbled to receive this recognition from this historic institution. This honour is not just a personal milestone but a testament to the power of education in transforming lives and encouraging global connections. I dedicate this honour to the entire community of our institution for their unwavering support and inspiration. This honour reinforces my belief in the limitless potential of Indian academia and the reservoir of our Arts on the world stage."
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Prof. (Dr.) Dhrubajyoti Chattopadhyay, Vice Chancellor of Sister Nivedita University, lauded this achievement. He remarked, "This is a moment of immense pride not only for Sister Nivedita University but the entire nation. Mr. Satyam Roychowdhury's recognition as the Honorary Academician of 2024 by the esteemed Albertina Academy of Fine Arts is a testament to his visionary leadership and unparalleled contributions to education and society. His achievement inspires us all to strive for excellence and reinforces India’s growing presence on the global academic arena."
Founded in 1984, Techno India Group embarked on its journey with a mission to lead the digital literacy movement in West Bengal. Over the past four decades, it has emerged as the largest educational conglomerate in the region, with a robust network of 103 Knowledge Campuses, 6 Universities, 20 Engineering Colleges, more than 35 Public Schools, 10 B-Schools, 16 TIG-ITI Centres, and a Medical College.
The institution’s commitment to excellence is evident in its vast educational footprint, offering a comprehensive range of academic programs from Kindergarten to PhD.
Beyond education, the Techno India Group has ventured into multiple sectors that complement its academic efforts, including healthcare, hospitality, sports, film production, media, advertising, and tourism.
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Among its upcoming ventures is the Skill Knowledge and Fashion University in Siliguri, poised to become India’s first fashion university and the first private university in North Bengal. Additionally, the group is setting the stage for the Netaji Subhash University of Sports and Entrepreneurship, an innovative sports university complex near Calcutta – the first of its kind in the country.
As Mr. Roychowdhury's visionary leadership continues to shape the future of education and industry, his recent honour from the Albertina Academy underscores the profound global recognition of India's academic potential. With this accolade, he not only reinforces the legacy of Techno India Group but also affirms the rising global stature of Indian education and cultural contributions on the world stage.
