India, Sept. 11 -- A heartwarming video of IIT Madras Director V. Kamakoti addressing students inside the campus mess hall has gone viral, winning praise across social media. In the clip, shared on Instagram by Vaibhav Gujar, Kamakoti can be seen walking into the crowded dining area to personally share a milestone achievement with the students.

"We have been rated No. 1 again for the 10th consecutive time," the director announces as the camera pans to show students cheering and clapping. He goes on to thank them for their contribution to the institute's success. "All because of the hard work of each one of you, it is time for me to come and thank you all. Wishing you all the best for a very technically rewarding future. Let us all work t...