Mysuru: The Oriental Research Institute (ORI), an affiliated institution of the University of Mysore, has been conferred with the prestigious Vedapeetha Award for the year 2025, in recognition of its outstanding contributions to oriental studies and research.

The award was presented by Sri Bhandarikeri Matha, Udupi, at a ceremony held on May 9, 2025, in Belagavi. ORI Director Dr. D.P. Madhusudhanacharya received the award on behalf of the institute. The honour includes a citation and a cash prize of Rs. 1 lakh.

In a gesture of institutional pride and acknowledgement, Dr. Madhusudhanacharya handed over the award to the University of Mysore at the Vice-Chancellor’s Office.

The brief ceremony was attended by Vice-Chancellor Prof. N.K. Lokanath, Registrar M.K. Savitha and Deputy Director of ORI C. Parvathi, along with scholars and staff members of the institute.

The award is considered one of the highest recognitions for institutions involved in the preservation and advancement of traditional Indian knowledge systems, marking a significant milestone in ORI’s academic legacy.