Dr. Arup Kumar Mitra, HoD of Environmental Studies and Controller of Examinations, St. Xavier's College (Autonomous), Kolkata, was honoured with the "˜Xavier's Award for Excellence in Imparting Education for his grandiose approach as an exemplary educationist and being a promoter of holistic education whose unwavering commitment towards quality education have shaped contemporary educational thought in the greater societal aspect on The Teachers Day, 5th September, 2023