Director General, KIIT Art Academy (KAA)

Adwaita Gadanayak is a celebrated Indian sculptor whose work seamlessly blends traditional artistry with modern sensibilities. Currently serving as the Director General of KIIT Art Academy –KAA,and was formerly serving as the Director General of the National Gallery of Modern Art under the Ministry of Culture, Gadanayak has made significant contributions to India’s cultural and artistic landscape.
An alumnus of the prestigious BK College of Arts & Crafts, Bhubaneswar, Gadanayak honed his skills further by pursuing a postgraduate degree at the renowned Slade School of Fine Arts in London. Over the years, he has been honored with numerous accolades, including the National Lalit Kala Akademi Award (1993) and the Odisha Lalit Kala Akademi Award (1999). His artistic vision draws deeply from nature, which serves as both inspiration and medium in his works, reflecting the seamless connection between humanity and the environment.
Among his most iconic creations are Gandhi's Dandi March statue at Rajghat and the grand statue of freedom fighter Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, proposed for installation at India Gate in New Delhi. His sculptures resonate with cultural significance, embodying the spirit of India’s history and ethos.

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In a stupendous achievement, Mr. Divyam Jha, a student of KIIT School of Film & Media Sciences has won Honourable Mention for his film “RESOLUTION” at the 2022 Student World Impact Film Festival. This is a remarkable achievement considering there were more than 5000 entries from 100 participating countries. Mr. Divyam Jha is a 3rd year student of Bachelor of Film & Television Production (BFTP) programme.

Mr.Divyam Jha

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