IIM Ranchi celebrates 15th Foundation Day
PINAKI MAJUMDAR Ranchi, Dec 16: The Indian Institute of Management Ranchi celebrated its 15th Foundation Day last evening in Swami Vivekananda…
PINAKI MAJUMDAR
Ranchi, Dec 16: The Indian Institute of Management Ranchi celebrated its 15th Foundation Day last evening in Swami Vivekananda Auditorium at the campus, commencing with an address by the director, Prof. Deepak Kumar Srivastava.
The institute hosted a felicitation ceremony to the staff members on completing ten years of service. Recognizing academic excellence, the rank holders were awarded with certificates.
The day included cultural events, a plantation drive, and a sports and games event for faculty members, concluding with an evening Hi-Tea session.
During his address, he highlighted IIM Ranchi’s remarkable 14-year journey.
He acknowledged the recent dedication of the campus to the nation by the Prime Minister.
Emphasizing the world-class facilities and current program offerings, he spoke of the institution’s confidence, which is evident in the robust placement report.
He also showcased recent achievements, notably the establishment of a satellite centre in Hyderabad. He highlighted about the research and publications of the institute in the last two years.
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BoG Chairman encourages to contribute towards tribals
In the virtual address to commemorate IIM Ranchi’s fifteenth Foundation Day, Praveen Shankar Pandya, chairman, Board of Governors (BoG), IIM Ranchi, expressed gratitude for the institution’s infrastructure.
He encouraged students to engage in community and business initiatives actively, fostering sustainability.
Emphasizing the importance of contributing to the tribal community and local businesses, the chairman highlighted the BoG’s commitment to facilitating development.
Specific mention was made of the Board’s readiness to support the enhancement of facilities and sports arrangements through dedicated committees.
Chief Guest Balasubramanium
IIM Ranchi welcomed Ramaswami Balasubramanium, Member (HR), Capacity Building Commission, Government of India, as the chief guest cum distinguished speaker for the Foundation Day lecture.
He emphasized the societal significance of individuals, emphasizing the need to transcend mere rule adherence.
Balasubramanium urged faculties to co-learn with students, emphasizing authenticity in a world dominated by fake content.
He expressed concern over opinion formation based on brief social media content and urged a deeper understanding of topics.
He concluded by addressing the current global crisis, noting the paradigm shift towards a survival imperative.
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