R.K. Behera Honored with Doctorate for Five Decades of Industry Leadership

R.K. Behera, Chairman of the RSB Group, has received an Honorary Doctorate from the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Jamshedpur. The award was presented by the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, in recognition of his five decades of work in industry, entrepreneurship, and social responsibility.

Behera, an alumnus of NIT Jamshedpur, described the honour as a renewed commitment to serving society and the nation.

The RSB Group, headquartered in Pune, has expanded into a global automotive components manufacturer. It operates 18 production sites, including 14 in India and four overseas—three in Germany, one in Bulgaria, and one in China. The company specialises in propeller shafts, gearboxes, and electric vehicle components, emphasising quality, innovation, and operational discipline.

Beyond business, the group actively supports education, healthcare, and women's empowerment through its corporate social responsibility programmes. It also collaborates with NIT Jamshedpur on technology projects, such as developing digital twins. Behera's career spans nearly 50 years, marked by industrial growth and community initiatives. His long-standing ties to NIT Jamshedpur, maintained for over 52 years, further strengthened the institution's industry connections.

The Honorary Doctorate highlights Behera's contributions to both industry and education. His leadership has driven the RSB Group's global expansion while fostering social impact. The recognition also underscores the group's ongoing partnership with academia in advancing technological innovation.