"Rajvanshi has devoted the last 33 years to applying sophisticated science and technology to solve the problems faced by rural communities in areas of energy, water, pollution and income inequality," it said.

Rajvanshi's work on rural development has won him several prestigious national and international awards as well as induction into the Solar Hall of Fame. The awards include Jamnalal Bajaj Award and the Platinum Jubilee Award of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry in India, and the Energy Globe Award of Energy Globe Foundation -- a non-profit organisation in Austria.

In getting this award from the University of Florida, Rajvanshi joins a select band of distinguished personalities that include US senators and governors, presidents of universities, well-known scientists, and inventors, including Presidential Medal winners, among others.

Rajvanshi said he is humbled by the honour bestowed on him by his alma mater. "This award should provide inspiration to Indian students in the U.S. to come back and help their country," Rajvanshi told.
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