Distinguished Alumni. Doctor of Science / Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) Awardees

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Distinguished Alumni Doctor of Science / Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) Awardees Hindustan Institute of Technology & Science (HITS) awards the Degrees Honoris Causa during the University

1 Distinguished Alumni Doctor of Science / Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) Awardees Hindustan Institute of Technology & Science (HITS) awards the Degrees Honoris Causa during the University Convocation every year, to eminent personalities and esteemed professionals, in recognition of their outstanding achievements. Distinguished individuals who received these awards till date and their citations are mentioned hereunder. 1. Dr. Ashok Nayak Chairman, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Bangalore Awarded Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa) during the First Convocation For his monumental achievements as a technocrat par excellence in Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering For his pioneering role in making Hindustan Aeronautics Limited an internationally acclaimed aviation industry, excelling in production, exports, sales and customer service For his significant contribution to India s military might in establishing Hindustan Aeronautics Limited as a comprehensive service provider to the Indian Defence Services in aviation, by contributing to their modernisation efforts through aircraft/helicopter production of various types and technology base 2. Dr. Vijay Kumar Saraswat Scientific Advisor to Raksha Mantri, Secretary and DG, DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Government of India, New Delhi Awarded Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa) during the Second Convocation For his innovative breakthrough in the field of missile technology. For his outstanding contribution towards indigenous missile development programs. For his visionary outlook, initiative and drive towards developing world class strategic Defence Technologies, which have made our country globally proud and paved way for India to become a super power. 1

2 3. Dr. Abdul Razzaq Ali Issa Al Sabbagh Chief Executive Officer, Bank Muscat, Sultanate of Oman, Muscat Awarded Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) during the Second Convocation For his single-minded devotion and distinctive contribution to the banking sector. For his vision and determination in bringing the finest of global banking products and practices to the country. For his role in establishing the Bank Muscat as a premier financial institution in the Sultanate of Oman and across the global financial community. 4. Dr. M. Narendra Chairman and Managing Director, Indian Overseas Bank, Chennai Awarded Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) during the Third Convocation For his distinctive role in transforming the Bank into Core Banking Unit and handling critical Business Units such as Rural Development and Priority Sector. For his conceptual clarity, dynamic leadership and ability to transform and enhance global business phenomenally. For his uncompromising work ethics, positive attitude and dedicated service to the Banking sector in India. 5. Dr. (Mrs.) Mallika Srinivasan Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Tractors and Farm Equipment (TAFE) Limited, Chennai Awarded Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) during the Third Convocation For distinguishing herself as a businesswoman par excellence in the competitive business world and putting India on the world map, as a global player in Tractor manufacturing For her ability to evolve innovative products and processes, to surmount and transform difficult situations into profitable opportunities For her deep commitment to core values of integrity and ethics and her thorough professionalism 2

3 6. Dr. V. Sumantran Vice- Chairman, Ashok Leyland, Chennai Awarded Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) during the Fourth Convocation, in recognition of his meritorious and outstanding achievements in the following areas. Innovative Research in Automobile Engineering Leadership of the Tata Motors in realizing the famous NANO Services to the Scientific Advisory Committee to the Indian Government Leading the National Defence Council of Confederation of Indian Industry 7. Dr. B. Santhanam Managing Director, Saint Gobain Glass India Ltd. Awarded Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) during the Fourth Convocation in recognition of his meritorious and outstanding achievements in the following areas. Information Technology, Operations, Product Development, Sales and Marketing Management at Saint - Gobain Group of Companies Development of the strategic blue print for Saint-Gobain s investments in Flat Glass with a turnover in billions Quality, Technical & Marketing strategies leading to Regional and National Awards in Innovations, Brand Building, EHS, Water Management and HR Excellence Shaping India s policies in Human Resources, Skill Development and Manufacturing Contributing to the National Council of Confederation of Indian Industry, India Premier Industry Association, and leading the Confederation of Indian Industry, Southern Region 3

4 8. Dr. Hee Ok Kim President, Dongukk University, South Korea Awarded Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) during the Fifth Convocation in recognition of his meritorious and outstanding achievements in the following areas. For creating environmental awareness and legal mechanisms for resolution of environmental problems. For developing future-oriented academic configuration with focus on the quality of education and strengthening the research capability at Dongguk University. For his successful contribution in earning Dongguk University 4 th rank in the 2012 National Customer Satisfaction Index (NCSI) Implementation of Dream Path at Dongguk University - a unique career development system for cultivating students talents. Enhancing the exchange programmes with distinguished foreign universities to improve and augment Dongguk University s Internationalization Index. For his contributions towards fostering a leading global university based on the Buddhist spirit and vision. 9. Dr. Tessy Thomas Outstanding Scientist Director, Advanced Systems Laboratory (ASL), DRDO, Ministry of Defence Awarded Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) during the Fifth Convocation in recognition of her meritorious and outstanding achievements in the following areas. First-ever woman Director of an Indian Missile Project at the Defence Research and Development Organisation, Hyderabad. First-ever woman to be nominated as a member in Indian Institute of Technology Council Spearheading the Indian Missile Project and conceptualizing the Agni-5 Mission. For her contribution towards placing India in an elite Club of Nations with strategic system capability. 4

5 For her Professional Excellence in Science and Technology 10. Dr. A.S. Kiran Kumar Indian Space Scientist Chairman of Indian Space Research Organisation Awarded Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) during the Sixth Convocation For his contribution as a highly accomplished scientist and engineer for over four decades in ISRO in the satellite payload and application domains. For steering the Mars Orbiter Spacecraft towards planet Mars as well as its Mars Orbit insertion. For receiving national and international awards including the prestigious Padma Shri Award conferred by the President of India in For the immense contribution to development of space technology of our Nation For his contribution to ISRO for achieving the Gandhi Peace Prize Dr. Isa Abdullatif Alansari Chief Operating Officer, Aluminium Bahrain Awarded Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) during the Sixth Convocation, in recognition of his meritorious and outstanding achievements in the following areas. Exemplary contribution as the Chief Operation Officer in Aluminium Bahrain (Alba). Transformation of Maintenance domain to state-of-the-art technologies, upgrading machinery and automation thereby boosting plant reliability and productivity. Enhancing employee welfare schemes, enriching safety culture, improving environment by reducing emissions and promoting corporate social work & responsibility. Pioneering innovative measures, nurturing talent and developing the company s workforce to high standards, catapulting the Alba company as one of the world s largest Aluminium Smelters. Establishing good synergy with experts in the field of operational knowledge with key industry players worldwide. Evincing keen interest in industry-academia partnerships. 5

6 12. Dr. Berndt A. Buchmann Director, Volkswagen Group Sales India Pvt. Ltd. Awarded Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) during the Sixth Convocation For his outstanding contribution and service to Volkswagen Group Sales & Vehicle Logistics in India. For his excellent service and experience in the automotive industry. His pioneering efforts and contribution to Indian Automotive Sector as a part of Volkswagen initiatives, which is globally represented. For his efforts in promoting academic - industry collaboration 13. Dr. Sekhar Basu Chairman, Atomic Energy Commission; Secretary, Dept of Atomic Energy, Govt. of India Awarded Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) during the Seventh Convocation For his contribution in establishing India as a leader in the field of Nuclear Energy For his exemplary contribution to the Society in the field of Nuclear Science and Engineering Spearheading the development of Nuclear Submarine Propulsion Plant and Nuclear Recycle Plants For his initiatives and innovative approaches in the Power and Uranium Sector Expansion. 14. Dr. Amitabh Mattoo Former Vice-Chancellor, University of Jammu Professor in Disarmament Studies, Centre for International Politics, Organisation and Disarmament (CIPOD), Jawaharlal Nehru University Awarded Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) during the Seventh Convocation For his contributions on International Relations, Foreign Policy and Conflict Resolutions For his Inspiring and Innovative efforts to build institutions of excellence in India and abroad 6

7 For his role in strengthening India s relationships with several countries including Australia, the United States and the United Kingdom For his diplomatic expertise in National Security and Foreign Policy issues For his excellent contribution to Education and Public Life 15. Dr. Ravindra Kumar Tyagi President-Elect, Aeronautical Society of India Awarded Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) during the Seventh Convocation For his exemplary contribution in the Aerospace and Defence Industry and recognition in the field of Aeronautical Engineering For improvising the operational efficiency of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited through strategic decisions in investments, IT systems & HR interventions For his contributions in Research and Innovations during his tenure as Chairman, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited by filing more than 1100 patents, establish R&D chairs and creating technology boards For being a transformational leader with excellent project management capabilities. He made country proud by ensuring Initial Operational Clearance (IOC) of Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) in Dec and delivered First LCA to Indian Air force in just 14 months i.e. in January 2015 For laying foundation of India s First Heliport as Chairman Pawan Hans Helicopters, and for developing civil aviation standards specially for offshore operations in India. 7

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