Bhubaneswar, September 30, 2025: Dr. Huzaifa Khorakiwala, Executive Director of Wockhardt Limited, CEO of Wockhardt Foundation, and Founder of the I AM PEACEKEEPER Movement, has been conferred with the Honorary Doctor of Letters (D.Litt. – Honoris Causa) by KIIT Deemed to be University. The honour was presented during the institution’s 21st Convocation Ceremony in Bhubaneswar, acknowledging his outstanding contributions to healthcare access, social service, and peace-building.
Celebrating Humanitarian Excellence
Dr. Khorakiwala has been widely recognised for his efforts to address healthcare inequities, empower underprivileged communities, and foster global peace initiatives. His leadership in creating platforms that unite people across cultures and ideologies around the values of harmony, compassion, and justice has made a lasting impact worldwide.
Expressing his gratitude, Dr. Khorakiwala said:
“It is a privilege to be recognised by KIIT University with this honorary degree. This honour belongs not just to me, but to everyone working tirelessly for peace, compassion, and the well-being of humanity.”
A Prestigious Convocation
The convocation, held on September 26, 2025, at the KIIT University campus, brought together eminent dignitaries, academicians, and graduating students. Nobel Laureate Prof. Mohan Munasinghe graced the occasion as Chief Guest, alongside Mr. Ashok Kumar Parija, Chancellor of KIIT University, Prof. N.L. Mitra, Professor Emeritus and Former Chancellor, and Prof. Saranjit Singh, Vice Chancellor.
While the event primarily celebrated the achievements of graduating students, it also honoured select individuals whose contributions to society embody the values of excellence and social responsibility. Dr. Khorakiwala’s recognition stood out as a tribute to his global humanitarian work and his role as a peace advocate.
About Dr. Huzaifa Khorakiwala
Dr. Huzaifa Khorakiwala is a multifaceted leader—entrepreneur, humanitarian, and peace advocate. In his capacity as Executive Director of Wockhardt Ltd. and CEO of Wockhardt Foundation, he has driven impactful social initiatives in healthcare, education, and sanitation.
One of the Foundation’s landmark programs, Mobile 1000, has delivered free primary healthcare services to over 40 million underprivileged people in rural India over the last 12 years. This large-scale outreach has earned national and international recognition for its innovation and tangible impact.
Beyond healthcare, Dr. Khorakiwala has become a global voice for peace and human values. In 2011, he founded the I Am Peacekeeper Global Movement, which today unites more than two million Peacekeepers across the world around seven core values: Truth, Gratitude, Forgiveness, Love, Humility, Giving, and Patience.
In April 2025, he hosted the Global Justice, Love & Peace Summit in Dubai, which brought together 10 Nobel Peace Laureates and launched the Peace Charter—described as a symbolic “Love Letter to Humanity.” He also leads the Billionaires for Peace Conclave, a global initiative to inspire philanthropy and Nobel-inspired peace efforts.
A Yale MBA graduate and the eldest son of Indian billionaire Dr. Habil Khorakiwala, he has been recognised with over 110 awards worldwide, including a Knighthood, 15 Honorary Doctorates, and two D.Litt. degrees. In 2025, he was named “Man of the Year” by Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe.
KIIT’s Commitment to Social Impact
KIIT University, one of India’s premier higher education institutions, is known for its dual commitment to academic excellence and social responsibility. By awarding Dr. Khorakiwala the Honorary D.Litt, the university reaffirmed its vision of celebrating leaders whose work transcends borders and fosters peace, inclusivity, and global harmony.
About Wockhardt
Founded in 1967 by visionary entrepreneur Dr. Habil Khorakiwala, Wockhardt has grown into India’s leading research-based global healthcare enterprise. With 9,100 associates across 21 nationalities, the company operates in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and super specialty hospitals. Its portfolio includes pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical formulations, APIs, and vaccines.
Globally recognised as a leader in antibiotic drug discovery, Wockhardt runs three research centres and 12 state-of-the-art manufacturing plants. The organisation continues to uphold its mission of delivering affordable, high-quality medicines to improve health outcomes worldwide.
Website: www.wockhardt.com
A Life Dedicated to Peace and Humanity
The honorary doctorate awarded to Dr. Huzaifa Khorakiwala is more than an academic recognition—it is a celebration of a life dedicated to uplifting the poor, advancing healthcare access, and championing global peace. His journey reflects the power of visionary leadership rooted in compassion, proving that business success and humanitarian service can walk hand in hand.
