The Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) can act as a bridge between local products and global collaborations, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday.
Laying the foundation stone for the permanent campus of IIM-Sambalpur, Odisha through video conferencing, PM Modi said, “Our IIMs can act as a bridge between local products and global collaborations. Innovation, integrity and inclusiveness are the mantras for IIM Sambalpur which can help the country achieve the goal of Atmanirbhar Bharat”.
The prime minister said the goal of a self-reliant India will be achieved with the help of collaborative, innovative and transformative concepts in management.
The Prime Minister further stated that the location is perfect to become an educational hub, with many institutes and colleges already existing in Sambalpur.
“Hirakud Dam, Debrigarh Sanctuary and Sambalpuri textile are giving a new edge to the tourism of Odisha. This entire region is surrounded by small industries…