Valedictory Ceremony of Trekking-Based Management Development Programme (MDP) for Leadership Skills for NTPC Managers (Batch II) at IIM Jammu Comes to a Grand Close

Jammu: The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu under the leadership of Prof. B.S. Sahay, Director, IIM Jammu concluded the valedictory ceremony of the trekking-based Management Development Programme (MDP) for NTPC’s young leaders on Feb 5, 2025. The event, held at the Prahalad Classroom, marked the culmination of a transformative three-day program designed to enhance leadership skills through experiential learning in the scenic lower Himalayas.

The program, which ran from Feb 3rd to 5th, 2025, featured seven meticulously designed sessions focusing on themes such as team building, conflict resolution, strategic thinking, sustainability, and digital transformation. A key highlight of the program was a trekking expedition to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, which offered participants a unique platform for field-based experiential learning.

The valedictory ceremony commenced with a warm welcome, followed by a detailed program report presented by Dr. Prakrit Silal, Program Director, IIM Jammu. Participants shared their reflections of their journey, highlighting the program’s role in enhancing their leadership capabilities and personal growth.

Prof. Jabir Ali, Dean Academics, IIM Jammu, highlighted the institute’s remarkable progress in a short span, overcoming challenges that typically take decades. He emphasized that feedback plays a crucial role in enriching programs and making them more impactful. He underscored the significance of such training initiatives, drawing parallels between trekking challenges and real-life obstacles, stressing that perseverance and belief can turn aspirations into reality. He also reflected on the value of experiential learning beyond the classroom, offering key takeaways that serve as lifelong lessons. Wishing all participants success in their future endeavours.

The event concluded with a formal certificate distribution, followed by a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Yashoda Devi, Program Director, IIM Jammu. The National Anthem marked the end of the ceremony, leaving participants inspired to embark on their leadership journeys with renewed Vigor. Present on the occasion was Dr. MamtaTripathi, Chairperson, EMBA, IIM Jammu.

This program highlights IIM Jammu’s unwavering commitment to fostering future-ready leaders through impactful executive education, blending experiential learning with strategic insights to meet the dynamic demands of modern organizations. The program was coordinated by Executive Education and Consultancy Office, IIM Jammu.