Sambalpur: IIM Sambalpur to Host Country’s First NHRDN Chapter; 52nd Chapter of NHRDN Launched, Setting New Standards in Human Resources

Sambalpur: IIM Sambalpur has proudly announced the launch of a new chapter of the National HRD Network (NHRDN) on its campus. This declaration was made during a special event organized in collaboration with NHRDN in New Delhi. Remarkably, this is the first such chapter established among all IIMs across India.

Significance of NHRDN Chapter

The NHRDN is a leading professional organization in the human resources domain. It plays a vital role in implementing human resource practices and policies across various industries. With three international chapters in Singapore, the Middle East, and Nepal, as well as nine student chapters, the newly established chapter at IIM Sambalpur becomes the 52nd chapter in the network.

Vision and Objectives

During the event, IIM Sambalpur Director, Professor Mahadev Jaiswal, emphasized the mission of the new chapter. He stated, “Our primary aim is to develop future human resource leaders. This chapter will help nurture visionary leadership aligned with contemporary HR strategies while fostering collaborative research opportunities.”

NHRDN Chairperson, Prem Singh, highlighted the chapter’s potential to strengthen HR practices. Arun Maira, a distinguished author and intellectual, graced the event as the chief guest.

Key Participants and Guest Speakers

The event witnessed the presence of prominent corporate leaders, including:

• Dharma Rakshit, Chief HR Officer, Hero MotoCorp Limited
• Dr. Akhil Busrai, CEO and former National President of NHRDN
• Harpreet Dutta, Group Head of Talent Acquisition, GMVR Group
• RP Singh, HR Director, INRs
• Sandeep Girotra, CHRO, DCM Shriram Group
• Simardeep Kaur, CHRO, Max Group
• Simin Askari, HR Head, DS Group
• Sukhjit Pasricha, Group CHRO, Indigo Airlines

Participation from IIM Sambalpur

The event also had active participation from the MBA program’s head for working professionals, Professor Poonam Kumar, along with the Director of Corporate Relations, Sanjay Sharma. Students of IIM Sambalpur attended the event, demonstrating their enthusiasm and commitment to HR excellence.

Future Outlook

The establishment of the NHRDN chapter at IIM Sambalpur reflects its pioneering efforts in leadership and human resource development. This initiative not only sets a benchmark among IIMs but also opens doors for meaningful collaboration between academia and industry.