Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a new campus of the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) on February 20th, 2024, during his visit to Jammu. Spread across 200 acres of land in Jagti, the campus aims to provide high-quality management education and foster inclusivity, as per the press release.
The occasion was graced by the virtual presence of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to Jammu, along with Jitendra Singhi, Minister of State, Ministry of Science and Technology, Department of Space and Department of Atomic Energy, Manoj Sinha, Lt. Governor of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, Jugal Kishore Sharma, Member of Parliament, Ghulam Ali Khatana, Member of Rajya Sabha and distinguished guests, the release added.
Also, during the inauguration, a short film on the “Making of IIM Jammu: Brick by Brick,” was shown. The inaugural ceremony commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp.
“The inauguration of IIM Jammu’s permanent campus marks a monumental leap forward in our collective pursuit of fostering excellence in management education,” Padmashri Milind K Kamble, chairman, Board of Governors, said.
He also emphasised the collaborative efforts with Dharmendra Pradhan, Minister of Education, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, to propel IIM Jammu into the top ten B-schools in the country. He reiterated his vision of creating world-class infrastructure, affirming that the institute has made significant strides towards this goal. He assured that in the times to come, the institute will continue to strive for academic excellence and overall institutional brilliance.
Deepak Mukadam, former member, Board of Governors, IIM Jammu fondly reminisced about the humble beginnings of IIM Jammu, reflecting on the initial days when the land was allotted. As he spoke, attendees couldn’t help but marvel at the remarkable transformation that has taken place over the years. What once was a humble hilltop has now evolved into a world-class institute, rapidly gaining recognition on the international stage. The journey of IIM Jammu is a testament to perseverance, dedication, and the unwavering pursuit of excellence.