PTI
Chennai, Nov 14 (mb): World Chess Champion Vishwanathan Anand was conferred an honourary doctorate on Tuesday the first for him, by the Sathyabama University here.
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.
The university's chancellor, Jeppiar, who also spoke, said it was a proud movement 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 Professor Vijay Varadan was also conferred an honorary doctorate at the convocation.