New Delhi: The Arunachal University of Studies (AUS) has conferred an honorary Doctor of Literature (D Litt) degree upon senior BJP leader Sunil Deodhar, recognising his significant contributions to social service. The award ceremony, held on Tuesday, was attended by prominent figures including Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein, AUS Chancellor Kamal Lochan, Pro-Chancellor Vishwa Lochan and former Bhutanese Parliamentarian Duothob Yangtsep.
During the ceremony, Pro-Chancellor Vishwa Lochan read the citation, commending Deodhar’s selfless dedication to society and highlighting his impactful grassroots activism and astute political strategies.
Honoured & Humbled ! 🎓✨
The Arunachal University of Studies (@ArunachalUniver) has conferred upon me the D.Litt. Degree for my contributions to social work.
Grateful for this recognition of my efforts to help thousands of North Eastern people across the country, & also… pic.twitter.com/T1cjouD14W
— Sunil Deodhar (@Sunil_Deodhar) February 11, 2025
Deodhar’s notable achievements include founding “My Home India” in 2004, an organisation that has assisted thousands of North Eastern students migrating to other parts of India for education. This initiative has also played a role in countering separatist sentiments in some North Eastern communities.
The citation also acknowledged Deodhar’s “Sapno Se Apno Tak” initiative, responsible for reuniting over 3,700 children with their families, demonstrating the power of simple acts of kindness. His “Dard se Hamdard Tak” project provided legal aid to over 400 jail inmates, and “Jan Aarogya Raksha” has delivered healthcare to more than 100,000 patients in recent years.
