Awards and recognition
The International Institute of Culinary Arts (IICA), New Delhi, is proud to announce that it
has been honoured with the 11th FICCI Higher Education Excellence Award 2025 for
Excellence in Creating Employment & Entrepreneurship (Private) on 6th October 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
The award was presented by Shri Nitin Gadkari, Hon’ble Minister of Road Transport and
Highways, Government of India, and proudly received by Mr. Virender S. Datta, Founder &
Chairman of IICA, and Mr. Arjun S. Datta, Managing Director & COO of IICA.
For over two decades, IICA has been at the forefront of skill-based education, creating
pathways for aspiring chefs and culinary entrepreneurs in India and abroad. The award
reaffirms the institute’s commitment to blending innovation, industry relevance, and global
standards in culinary education.
Mr. Virender S. Datta commented, “This award is a recognition of the hard work and
dedication of our students, faculty, and partners. It reflects our mission to build careers,
shape futures, and lead with excellence in the culinary world.”