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World Chess Champion Viswanathan Anand was conferred
an honorary doctorate, the first for him, by the Sathyabama University
in Chennai on November 13.
The doctorate was conferred at a special convocation
of the university.
Accepting the degree, Anand said the sole reason for
his achievements was his determination to excel in the sport. He urged
the students to pursue their education with zeal to reach great heights.
University Chancellor Jeppiar said it was a proud
moment for the university as it was the first in India to confer a
doctorate on Anand, who had done the country proud.
"The Union government should also honour the champion
in a fitting manner," he added.
Eminent nanotechnologist, Prof Vijay Varadan, was
also conferred an honorary doctorate at the convocation. (Agencies)
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