“Our journey for the next five years will be guided by the vision of ‘From India to the World’. A grand, full-fledged IIM Nagpur campus will come up in Pune. The State Government has allotted 70 acres of land on a nominal lease of just ₹1. Once developed, IIM Nagpur will be the only IIM in the country to have such a large second full-fledged campus,” Dr Metri said.

Dr Metri was recently reappointed as Director of IIM Nagpur for another five-year term. He said one of his major goals during the second tenure would be to take IIM Nagpur into the world’s Top 100 business schools.

The Institute is also looking beyond Pune. Dr Metri said expansion in Goa is on the future roadmap, while global academic partnerships will be taken to a new level.

At present, IIM Nagpur has an academic collaboration with the University of Lille, France, including student mobility opportunities. Over the next five years, the Institute aims to build partnerships with 20 leading universities across continents, giving students opportunities to study at international campuses, gain global exposure and pursue dual-degree pathways.

“We want our students to experience the world, study on international campuses and earn globally relevant qualifications. Our aim is to build meaningful partnerships across continents,” Dr Metri said.

This global ambition forms part of IIM Nagpur’s newly announced Strategic Roadmap 2026–31. The roadmap includes multi-campus growth, a place among India’s Top 3 institutions in Executive Education, AI-driven management education, India-centric research, energy and climate leadership, entrepreneurship, and a larger role in the development of Maharashtra and Vidarbha. The Institute has also set its sights on entering the world’s Top 100 business schools and Asia’s Top 10.

 The roadmap seeks to position IIM Nagpur as a growth engine for Maharashtra and Vidarbha. The Institute plans to use its expertise in entrepreneurship, public policy, rural development and industry partnerships to contribute more directly to regional growth.

Initiatives such as IVDP 2.0 and the District Development Strategy (DDS) are expected to support rural transformation and investment-led development.

“Our responsibility cannot end at the classroom door. IIM Nagpur must contribute to job creation, regional transformation, clean energy, public policy, entrepreneurship and India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047,” Dr Metri said.

 Energy and climate action will be another important area in the coming years. IIM Nagpur plans to build on its Executive MBA in Energy Management with NPTI, engagement with ONGC Green Limited, and the proposed Centre of Excellence for Heat Resilience and Sustainable Cooling with NRDC.

The Institute will also take forward the second phase of campus development, its Net-Zero ambition, and the already operational solar power initiative.

70-acre Pune campus to drive next phase of growth

The proposed Pune campus at Moshi will be one of the biggest pillars of IIM Nagpur’s next phase. Dr Metri said the Maharashtra Government has allotted the 70-acre land on a ₹1 lease, while its estimated market value is more than ₹180 crore. He thanked the Chief Minister and Revenue Minister of Maharashtra for their support.

“Several IIMs have smaller satellite or extension centres, but our vision for Pune is fundamentally different,” Dr Metri said.

The Pune campus will focus on areas such as manufacturing, Industry 4.0, digital technologies, AI and IT management. Proposed academic offerings include an integrated BBA–MBA programme and a five-year BTech–MBA programme in collaboration with leading IITs.

“Pune gives us a unique opportunity to rethink management education and develop leaders who understand technology, management and industry as an integrated whole,” Dr Metri said.

Nagpur, May 9, 2026: “Make AI your friend, but remember that people will remain your real strength,” said Nitin Gupta, Chief Financial Officer, Info Edge Ventures, while addressing the new Executive MBA (Hybrid) Batch 2026–28 at the Indian Institute of Management Nagpur on Saturday.

Gupta, who is associated with Info Edge Ventures, the investment platform linked with some of India’s most successful startup stories including Zomato and Policybazaar, was the Chief Guest for the ceremony.

In an interactive address to the incoming batch, Gupta urged the participants to go beyond basic use of ChatGPT and start exploring specialised AI tools. “The future belongs to those who know how to ask the right questions to AI. So, learn the art of asking the most proper questions,” he said.

Stressing the importance of networking at senior levels, he said that career growth is not driven only by AI-generated resumes or digital profiles. “Building relationships and having a strong network can bring better opportunities, which AI-generated resumes and CVs may not do. After all, people are your strength,” he said. He also encouraged the participants to look at India as the centre of future opportunity.

Dr Bhimaraya Metri, Director, IIM Nagpur, welcomed the new batch and said the participants had chosen the programme at a very important time.

“You are lucky to be part of this programme at such an important time. India is going to offer leadership to the world in the next few years, and learning management skills from a premier institute like an IIM is one of the best decisions you can make for your career,” Dr Metri said.

Dr Prashant Gupta, Dean – Faculty and Academics, IIM Nagpur, delivered the welcome address and spoke about the programme and the institute. Dr Apoorv Khare, Chairperson – Executive MBA, gave a formal briefing about the course structure and academic expectations.

Sharing the batch profile, Dr Rakesh Gupta, Chairperson – Admissions, IIM Nagpur, said the new batch has 32 participants. The average age of the batch is 31 years. The batch includes 25 male candidates and 7 female candidates.

“The most heartening factor is that the participants come from very diverse industries, companies and roles. We have participants from organisations such as Tech Mahindra, Capco, Symphony, BYJU’S, Atlas, Tata Motors, LIC, Mahindra, Accenture, HCL, ICICI, HDFC, Apollo Tyres and many more. This reflects the acceptance of this programme across industries,” Dr Rakesh Gupta said. The ceremony was attended by faculty members and staff of IIM Nagpur.

Nagpur, January 18, 2026: “Students who pursue an MBA while managing demanding professional responsibilities are the brand ambassadors of the institute. Through their work across industries, organisations, and social sectors, Executive MBA alumni are strengthening the national presence of IIM Nagpur,” said Dr Bhimaraya Metri, Director, Indian Institute of Management Nagpur.

He was speaking at SAMAGAM 2026, the first alumni meet of the Executive MBA programme of IIM Nagpur, recently held on campus. The event marked a key milestone for the Executive MBA programme, reflecting its growing alumni base and its emergence as a well-established offering in executive education.

The Executive MBA programme of IIM Nagpur is specially designed for working professionals, senior executives, and officers who wish to earn a management degree without interrupting their careers. The programme is offered at both Nagpur and Pune centres and is known for its industry-oriented curriculum, hybrid learning format, and strong faculty engagement, making it one of the most preferred Executive MBA programmes among working professionals.

Highlighting the broader national context, Dr Metri said, “India is currently on a strong growth trajectory. The coming decade will be transformative not only for the country but also for institutions like IIM Nagpur that are committed to developing capable and responsible leaders.”

Participants and alumni from across the country attended SAMAGAM 2026. Speaking on the institute’s performance in executive education, Prof Alok Kumar Singh, Dean – Executive Education, IIM Nagpur, said that the institute has established a strong national reputation in the Executive Education domain.

“IIM Nagpur has received leading national rankings in Executive Education through government and private surveys. In less than a decade, the institute has built a distinct identity in this space, surpassing several older institutions,” Prof Singh said.

The two-day alumni meet witnessed active participation from the institute’s senior leadership, including Prof Prashant Gupta, Dean (Faculty, Academics and Alumni Affairs); Prof Sujit Kumar Sharma, Dean (Research and PhD); Prof Alok Kumar Singh, Dean (Executive Education); Prof Shailendra Nigam, Chairperson – Placements; and Prof Apoorv Khare, Chairperson – Executive MBA (Hybrid).

Prof Apoorv Khare noted that SAMAGAM, launched this year, will now be an annual flagship event of the Executive MBA programme, aimed at strengthening interaction, collaboration, and a sense of community among participants and alumni from different batches.

The event featured ice-breaking sessions, team-building activities, indoor and outdoor sports competitions, cultural performances, student-led presentations, a tree plantation drive, and networking dinners, offering participants opportunities to connect beyond academics.

Nagpur, November 16, 2025 |  “Energy is real power, and India’s development journey depends on skilled energy managers,” said Dr. Bhimaraya Metri, Director of IIM Nagpur, while inaugurating the institute’s first-of-its-kind Executive MBA in Energy Management on Sunday (November 16). This specialized course for working professionals in the field of Energy management is offered in collaboration with National Power Training Institute (NPTI).

The inauguration marked a national milestone, with the first batch representing 16 states across India, underlining the wide national demand for advanced energy education. Of the 168 applicants, 43 working professionals were selected for the inaugural cohort.

Dr. Tripta Thakur, Vice Chancellor of Veer Madho Singh Bhandari Uttarakhand Technical University and former Director of NPTI—who conceptualized this program— was chief guest for the event. Prof. Nikunj Kumar Jain, Chairperson – EMBA-EM, Prof. Prashant Gupta, Dean (Faculty & Academics), and Dr. Indu Maheshwari, Principal Director, NPTI, were present on the dais.

Delivering the Keynote Address, Dr. Thakur, said India has made tremendous progress in power access. “We have achieved electricity for all, but the next target is 24×7 quality power for all,” she said. India has increased its generation capacity from 100 GW to 500 GW in recent years and aims to double this in the next 10–15 years. She highlighted a major national achievement: 51% of India’s installed power capacity now comes from renewable sources.

“With a net-zero target set for 2070, the participants of this MBA will be the professionals who understand energy, environment, and management together. They will become the future leaders the sector urgently needs,” she added.

Earlier, Dr Metri emphasized that India is entering an era of unprecedented growth, where massive economic expansion, rising per-capita power consumption, and the vision of Viksit Bharat demand a highly capable workforce trained in energy leadership and modern management.

Calling it a “benchmark first batch,” Dr. Metri highlighted that no business school in India has launched such a specialized MBA, and IIM Nagpur is now positioned to train the future managers who will shape India’s power ecosystem. “We are adding nearly a trillion dollars to our economy every year, and by 2047 India will be a 35–40 trillion-dollar economy. Such growth requires clean, reliable and abundant energy, and that demands perpetual learning,” he said, stressing that the age of big data and advanced analytics will further increase productivity across the sector.

This MBA aims to produce leaders who can drive India’s goals of clean, affordable, and reliable energy access, said Prof. Nikunj Kumar Jain, Chairperson of this course while presenting an overview.

“The batch reflects strong diversity with 55% participants from public sector and 45% from private sector. Out of all, 50% are from power generation & distribution sector, 25% from renewable energy & sustainability, 10% from oil & gas and Remaining from consulting, minerals, and entrepreneurship,” he said.

Regarding Work experience, 45% of the participants have 5–10 years of experience while significant 27% are having with 10 to 15 years of executive experience in the field. Major organizations include Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd (9), Damodar Valley Corporation (3), NTPC (3), IOCL (1), Mittal Nippon Steel (2), and others.

Dr. Indu Maheshwari, Principal Director, NPTI, delivered the closing remarks. With this launch, IIM Nagpur positions itself as a pioneering institution committed to producing high-impact energy managers for India’s sustainable and prosperous future.

Nurturing Future Energy Leaders

Participants from 16 states

Representing India’s power, renewable, oil & gas

Directly contributing to India’s clean and reliable energy goals.

India’s first dedicated Executive MBA in Energy Management, launched by any B-School

IMG_0580_ First batch of IIM Nagpur’s Executive MBA in Energy Management course with the dignitaries in a group photograph.

Dr. Bhimaraya Metri, Director of IIM Nagpur, along with Prof. Prashant Gupta (Dean of Alumni Affairs) and Prof. Mukund Vyas (Dean of Executive Education), warmly welcomed the alumni. The event began with a ceremonial lamp-lighting, symbolizing the rekindling of cherished memories and the beginning of a vibrant two-day celebration. Dr. Metri shed light on the crucial role of alumni in shaping the Institute’s journey and inspiring future leaders.

For a meaningful start to the day, a sapling plantation drive was organized. Alumni, students, and faculty joined to plant saplings, symbolizing growth, sustainability, and a collective commitment to a greener future.

A notable highlight that followed was the Start-up Showcase, where Mr. Sonnal Sinha (founder of SKT THEMES), Mr. Viswanathan Hariharasubramanian (founder of Valence Advanced Materials Private Limited), Mr. Hilash Nandilath, Mr.Amar Akre and Mr. Rohit Kharat (founder of HAR Group), Dr. Vinay Karanam (founder of Matakite Online Trust of New Zealand) and Dr. Karthik Ramesh (founder of Sentinel AI Machine Learning Quantum Labs) presented innovative ventures, shared their journeys of challenges and success. The session showcased IIM Nagpur’s talent and creativity, thus providing a platform for knowledge exchange and inspiring students to pursue their entrepreneurial aspirations.

The ceremony celebrated the remarkable contributions of alumni with prestigious awards. Dr. Vinay Prakash Tiwari (Fint 004) was honored with the Achiever’s Award Executive, while Prashant Dubey (PGP Batch of 2022) received the Alumni Network Enrichment Award. The People’s Choice Awards conferred to Miss Astha Bishnoi (PGP Batch of 2024) in the Female Category while Mr. Jitendra Kakodiya (PGP Batch of 2022) in the Male Category. Such accolades highlighted the exceptional achievements and impact of IIM Nagpur’s alumni, marking a memorable conclusion to the event.

The Cultural Night featured a soulful performance by Mayur Joshi and his band. Their heartfelt renditions set a perfect tone for nostalgia and joy, bringing alumni and students together in a memorable celebration of togetherness and shared history.

The Kutumbh 3.0 embraced the spirit of sportsmanship with friendly matches across various sports. Alumni and students participated enthusiastically, turning the campus into a lively arena of energy and camaraderie. The crowd cheers and the shared determination of players reflected the values of teamwork and collaboration that IIM Nagpur stands for.

The event concluded with a heartfelt Closing Ceremony, where alumni reminisced their cherished memories and discussed future collaborations. Souvenirs were distributed as tokens of appreciation, symbolizing the enduring connections formed during the event.

As the alumni bid farewell, the IIM Nagpur campus resonated with laughter, shared stories, and promised to return. Kutumbh 3.0 demonstrated the strength of its vibrant community, leaving everyone eagerly anticipating the next reunion.

Dr. Bhimaraya Metri, Director IIM Nagpur, said that organizing this festival in the Institute featuring innumerable activities that allow participants to immerse themselves in Japanese culture projects how the Institute always encourages holistic learning with global perspectives.

The beautifully decorated venue entrance with the tall traditional Torii gates embellished with pink cherry blossoms called Sakura projected Japanese traditions. The festival’s key attractions were the workshops on using chopsticks, practicing Japanese calligraphy, and learning the art of the Japanese Tea Ceremony. They provided a hands-on experience, thus offering a deeper and more thorough understanding of Japanese customs and traditions.

Other notable attractions of the festival were fun and engaging activities related to Japanese traditions. The participants dressed in traditional Japanese attire like yukata and played classic Japanese games like Kendama and Map Quiz, the major attractions.

Such activities created a festive and enjoyable atmosphere. The food stalls serving authentic Japanese cuisine featured the Japanese cultural experience on the IIM Nagpur campus. The participants savoured the flavours of Japan, trying popular dishes, especially ramen, and gyoza.The Obon Matsuri festival at IIM Nagpur provided an excellent opportunity for everyone to learn about Japanese culture, have fun, and make new friends.

‘As we look forward to more such events, we encourage everyone to participate and contribute to the growing cultural ties between India and Japan, said Professor Rahul Sett, Chair, Indo-Japan Research Centre at IIM Nagpur, while the event concluded.