The Staff Welfare Committee at SiliconTech, the engineering institute of Silicon University, organized the Staff Award Function on 29 March 2025.
The objective of the event was to recognize and celebrate the achievements and hard work of the faculty members and staff. It served as a platform to honour their dedication, commitment, and contributions to the institution’s growth and success over the years.
One of the key highlights of the ceremony was the presentation of Long Service Awards to staff members who had completed ten, fifteen, and twenty years of dedicated service. The event also acknowledged the academic achievements of Ph.D. and Post-Doctoral awardees for their significant contributions to research and scholarly pursuits.
The Best Researcher Award 2025 was conferred upon Dr. Ambarish Gajendra Mohapatra, Dr. Anita Mohanty, and Dr. Suvendu Chandan Nayak in recognition of their outstanding research contributions. Additionally, the Best Faculty Advisor 2025 Award was presented to faculty members who have consistently guided and supported their students. The awardees included Dr. Arnab Pal, Dr. Bikram Keshari Mishra, Dr. Debangana Das, Dr. Kamalakanta Satpathy, Dr. Nivedita Pati, Prof. Chittaranjan Mohapatra, Prof. Dipak Ranjan Nayak, Prof. Gyanaranjan Biswal, Prof. Laxminarayan Pathy, and Prof. Tophan Jena.
The event also celebrated the enthusiasm and achievements of staff members in various sports and recreational activities. Prizes were distributed to winners and runners-up of the Staff Sports 2025, Silicon Premier League 2025, and Silicon Champion League 2025, emphasizing the importance of physical fitness, sportsmanship, and team spirit.
Cultural performances by staff members added a vibrant and entertaining dimension to the celebration, reflecting their diverse talents. The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Priyanka Kar, Faculty-in-Charge of the Silicon Staff Welfare Committee, who acknowledged the efforts of everyone involved. The celebration ended with a high tea session, providing a relaxed and cheerful space for staff members to connect and share in the joy of the occasion.
