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New Indian Express
25-05-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
No end to curiosity: 72-year-old doctor masters IIT courses
RAJAMAHENDRAVARAM: Age is no barrier to learning, and veteran psychiatrist Dr Karri Ramareddy has proved it. At 72, when most people look take retirement, he continues to pursue academic excellence. He has earned 61 degrees, including three PhDs and 11 certifications through the National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL), offered by premier institutions such as IIT Mumbai and IIT Kharagpur. He has topped eight of the NPTEL courses among thousands of learners across the country, securing Elite Plus Silver or Gold grades in each, which is his latest achievement. Born in Rajamahendravaram, on August 1, 1954, and raised in the small town of Anaparthi in East Godavari district, his journey has been one of relentless learning. He completed his early education at the Government Zilla Parishad High School in Anaparthi, his PUC at PR College in Kakinada, and his MBBS at Rangaraya Medical College in 1970. He later joined the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru, where he completed his MD in Psychiatry.
Hans India
21-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Dr Rama Reddy earns 11 more degrees, takes tally to 61
Rajamahendravaram: Renowned psychiatrist and Dr BC Roy Award recipient Dr Karri Rama Reddy has added 11 more degrees to his name, taking his total academic achievements to a remarkable 61. Addressing the media at Manasa Hospital here on Tuesday, Dr Rama Reddy shared that the latest 11 courses were completed through NPTEL (National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning) between January and June this year. He said most of these courses were passed with 'Elite Plus Silver' and 'Elite Plus Gold' grades (Distinction equivalent), awarded for scoring above 90%. He stated that he ranked among the top in eight of the 11 courses. In the previous semester, he topped six courses, which earned him the prestigious NPTEL 'Mega Star' recognition, a feat he has now achieved again. He said that these are not honorary degrees or fellowships and he earned each of them by studying and appearing for examinations. His academic journey includes three doctorates, five LLMs, MBA, MCA, MTech, MA, MCom, and more. Dr Rama Reddy, who is in his 70s, said he completes two to three degrees every year till 2024 and, afterward, plans to take up certificate courses as well. He said that he enjoys the process of education and he believes age should never be a barrier to learning. GSL Medical College Chairman Dr Ganni Bhaskar Rao praised Dr Rama Reddy's commitment, stating that earning 61 degrees at the age of 70 is extraordinary and deserving of national recognition, such as the Padma Shri award. RSS State leader Oleti Satyanarayana opined that Dr Rama Reddy, while serving as a district Sanghchalak in RSS and continuing his medical practice, has achieved this rare academic feat. IMA City Chapter Secretary Dr Datla Satish and social worker PVS Krishnarao also lauded Dr Rama Reddy's achievements during the event.
The Hindu
05-05-2025
- Science
- The Hindu
Over 10,000 students of RGUKT IIIT appear for NPTEL exam
More than 10,000 students of the Rajiv Gandhi University of Knowledge Technologies (RGUKT) IIIT appeared for the National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL) examination. The examination was conducted at RGUKT Nuzvid, R.K. Valley, Srikakulam, and Ongole campuses on Monday, said university Chancellor Prof. K. Madhu Murthy, in a release. NPTEL is a prestigious national initiative of the Ministry of Education, Government of India, in collaboration with leading institutes like IITs and IISc. ''The programme aims to make world-class technical education accessible to everyone through online courses,'' said RGUKT Vice-Chancellor Prof. Vijaya Kumar. Registrar Prof. Sandra Amarendra Kumar appreciated the NPTEL coordinators, faculty, technical teams and administrative staff at the four campuses for successfully conducting the examination. Designed by IIT Madras, the NPTEL courses would help engineering students to enhance their technical skills. Irrespective of their syllabus or stream, students could gain additional knowledge and skills aligned with modern technological requirements, Prof. Kumar said.
