ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2024
United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. This year, 52,000+ young leaders applied to join the Class of 2024 on 6,000+ campuses across 170 nations. 280+ campuses worldwide (just 5%) were selected to host the 4,000+ Millennium Fellows.

UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT JNANADYUTI PATRA, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW AND CAMPUS DIRECTOR FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
National Institute of Technology Tiruchirapalli | Tiruchirappalli, India | Advancing SDG 12, SDG 4 & UNAI 9

" "I'm excited to be a Millennium Fellow because it’s time we start focusing on what truly matters—addressing the man-made mistakes that have led our planet to its current state. I’m driven by the belief that our collective efforts can reverse the damage and restore the balance, making Earth a place we can be proud to call home." "
Millennium Fellowship Project: The Earthkin's Cohort
The Earthkins Cohort, the Millennium Fellowship team at NIT Tiruchirappalli, is dedicated to advancing sustainability through innovative projects, community-driven initiatives, and capacity-building events. With a focus on addressing real-world challenges, the cohort has successfully implemented events and training sessions that have had a measurable impact on fostering environmental awareness and actionable change.
Key initiatives undertaken include:
Plastic Awareness Drive: This event emphasized the critical need to address plastic pollution, particularly at the grassroots level. By engaging with local communities, participants learned about the harmful effects of plastic and explored alternatives through interactive activities and discussions. The event saw enthusiastic participation, with attendees taking home actionable solutions to reduce plastic use daily.
Awareness Event for REC Middle School Students: This initiative brought sustainability education to middle school students through engaging sessions and fun activities. The event aimed to instill environmental consciousness among young minds while empowering them with simple steps to make a difference. The students' positive response and excitement underscored the program's success.
Alongside these events, the cohort participated in training sessions covering diverse topics, such as SMART goals, design thinking for impact, and honing pitching skills. These sessions equipped the team with essential leadership tools, enhanced their problem-solving abilities, and strengthened their capacity to form impactful partnerships.
The Earthkins Cohort's mission is to inspire sustainable action through education, innovation, and collaboration. By aligning our efforts with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, we strive to be changemakers in creating a better and greener tomorrow.
About the Millennium Fellow
Jnanadyuti Patra is a dynamic second-year B.Tech student in Chemical Engineering at the National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli. Born in Odisha, India, he spent 17 vibrant years soaking in the multicultural vibes of Malaysia before returning to India to pursue his undergraduate education. A true globetrotter at heart, Jnanadyuti brings a unique blend of Eastern and Western influences to everything he does. When he's not diving into the intricacies of renewable technology or advocating for green energy, you can find him on the football field or shooting hoops on the basketball court. Whether it’s engineering or sports, Jnanadyuti approaches life with a spirited enthusiasm that's as infectious as it is inspiring.





