KIIT Deemed to be University (KIIT-DU) has been conferred with the Best Sports Stadium/Arena of the Year Award at the 3rd CII Sports Business Awards 2025, recognising its world-class sports infrastructure and its commitment to shaping India’s sporting future.

Recognition at CII Scorecard 2025

The prestigious award was presented during the grand awards evening marking the conclusion of the 10th CII Scorecard 2025—a full-day celebration of India’s sporting journey. The event witnessed participation from Union Ministers, top government officials, industry leaders, and renowned sports icons.

Honouring KIIT’s Contribution to Sports Infrastructure

The award acknowledges KIIT’s exemplary efforts in creating benchmark sports facilities and its transformative impact on the Indian sports ecosystem. Over the years, the university has invested heavily in high-end stadiums, training complexes, and athlete-friendly environments that support excellence across multiple disciplines.

Track Record of National Recognition

KIIT’s achievements in the sports domain have consistently earned national praise.

• The university was adjudged “Best University for Promotion of Sports” at the Sportstar Aces Awards in 2022 and again in 2025.

• It received the prestigious Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puraskar (2022) from the Government of India for promoting sports development.

• KIIT earlier won the “Best Sports Facility” award at the CII Sports Business Awards 2023.

• It was also honoured with the FICCI India Sports Award 2022 for its significant contributions to India’s sporting ecosystem.

Commitment to Nurturing Sporting Talent

These accolades collectively highlight KIIT’s unwavering focus on nurturing young sporting talent and providing state-of-the-art training environments. The institution continues to set new standards in university-level sports development, strengthening Odisha’s and India’s presence on the global sports map.

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