President Ram Nath Kovind inaugurated the new campus of the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) in Nagpur, Maharashtra on Sunday, May 8, 2022. Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari and Dharmendra Pradhan were also present on the occasion.
Speaking at the event, the President said, “Educational institutions are not just places of learning; it is the place that polishes the inner and sometimes hidden talents in each of us.” The President said that the curriculum gives us an opportunity to introspect our inner purpose, ambition and hence fulfill our dreams.
The President said, “We are living in an era where innovation and entrepreneurship are appreciated and encouraged. Both innovation and entrepreneurship have the potential to make our lives easier not only through technology, but many Can also provide employment opportunities to the people.” He expressed confidence that the ecosystem at IIM, Nagpur would foster the mindset of becoming job-creators among the students. , instead of being a job seeker.
Further, the President was pleased to note that IIM Nagpur, through its Center for Entrepreneurship, has established the IIM Nagpur Foundation for Entrepreneurship Development (INFED). He said that it is a matter of great pride that INFED has enabled women entrepreneurs to graduate from the Women Start-up Program and six of them have also started their own ventures.
The President said, “Our traditions have always emphasized sharing, especially in the field of knowledge. Therefore, it is our duty to share the knowledge we have gathered.” He expressed hope that just as IIM Ahmedabad has provided mentorship to IIM Nagpur, in the same way leading professional schools of our country, technical, management or humanities, would provide mentorship for setting up. similar institution.
Speaking on the occasion, Pradhan said that knowledge is the medium of empowerment and public welfare. He further said that the world is looking towards India with great hope.
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