Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ranchi inaugurated the library (at permanent campus) and the Rekhi Centre of Excellence for the Science of Happiness on the occasion of the institute's 13th Foundation Day. The chief guest of the foundation day was Governor Ramesh Bais, while the function was also graced by Dr. Satinder Singh Rekhi, founder and CEO of R systems, IIM Ranchi chairman Praveen Shankar Padya, Director Professor Shailendra Singh and other dignitaries, faculty, employees, and students. The Governor, speaking on the occasion, congratulated the institute for its journey. He said, “IIM Ranchi and all the pillars who have contributed to the Institute's illustrious years. It has become one of India's best management institutes; it is a credit to the state to have such institutes.”
He further said that he is pleased that the Institute is pursuing new initiatives to uplift tribals and the impoverished. The Institute was founded with the goal of advancing education for the betterment of society, and it continues to strive in that direction.
“We are not only developing skilled managers but also future leaders. The Institute will continue to operate in various subjects, including agriculture, craftsmanship, healthcare, and other areas,” said the Governor.Earlier, the programme started with the felicitation of the Governor, followed by the lighting of the lamp & Saraswati Vandana. The Director of the Institute, Prof. Shailendra Singh, discussed the journey of the Institute since its establishment and how it has moved to be one of the leading educational institutions of the Country.
He praised Ramesh Bais and expressed his gratitude for his gracious presence. He spoke about the Swami Vivekananda Auditorium, which was named after the great leader who encouraged young people and whose beliefs continue to inspire many people today.Director Singh highlighting the achievement of the institute said that IIM Ranchi started its journey 13 years back with 77 students and a single MBA course, but today the institute has seven MBA courses and over 1000 students and 55 faculty members. Singh said that the institute has an active association with Unnat Bharath Abhiyaan, where students have been solving problems of the backward and unprivileged. It is one of the largest Community empowerment initiatives. He also talked about Birsa Munda tribal affairs center, promoting local entrepreneurship and Atal Bihari Vajpayee Centre for Leadership, Policy, and Governance. He further said, “The Rekhi's Centre of Excellence for the Sciences of Happiness where Dr. Rekhi's leadership can help them expand their knowledge."
Chairman Praveen Shankar Pandya said that IIM Ranchi's NIRF rankings have risen steadily throughout the years, making it one of the best places for management studies. He praised the Jharkhand government for helping him advance this institution. "Ranchi is encircled by tribal belts and societies and we are not only looking forward to improving livelihoods, but we are also revolutionizing transformation in Jharkhand", he added.