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Vikasana

Vikasana, the social impact club at IIM Bangalore, organised the Republic Day Scholarship Distribution Ceremony on 2 February 2026, reaffirming the Institute’s commitment to community welfare and educational inclusion. The initiative supported 215 students from the families of IIMB’s non-teaching staff, each receiving a scholarship of ₹4,000, amounting to a total disbursement of ₹8.6 lakh. The ceremony, held at the IIMB Auditorium, was attended by senior leadership and faculty members, reflecting strong institutional backing for the programme. With 111 boys and 104 girls benefiting this year, the scholarship continues to encourage academic aspiration and long-term educational advancement. Beyond financial assistance, Vikasana has outlined plans for mentorship, competitive exam coaching, and skill-building initiatives to deepen its impact. The programme stands as a sustained effort to create equitable opportunities within the extended IIMB community.

IIMB Archives

The IIMB Archives were formally launched in digital form on 6 February 2026, marking a significant milestone in preserving the Institute’s institutional memory. Conceived in 2017, the Archives aim to document IIMB’s evolution through curated records, photographs, audio-visual materials, publications, and artefacts. The repository traces the Institute’s founding in 1972, its inauguration in 1973, and its growth into a leading global management institution. A key component is the Oral History Project, capturing first-hand narratives from individuals who shaped IIMB’s formative years. The Archives also document the Institute’s Golden Jubilee outputs and its engagement with the broader business and civic ecosystem of Bengaluru. Designed as a dynamic and research-oriented platform, the initiative seeks to illuminate developments in management thought, institutional growth, and regional transformation, while serving students, faculty, alumni, and scholars.

Purple Manthan

Purple Manthan, jointly organised by the Office of Diversity and Inclusion at IIM Bangalore and the Association of People with Disability (APD), convened a national dialogue on 20 February 2026 to mark a decade of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. The event brought together policymakers, practitioners, academic leaders, and civil society stakeholders to reflect on implementation progress and chart pathways for disability-inclusive development. Discussions focused on accessibility, livelihood generation, governance reform, and multisectoral collaboration aligned with the World Day of Social Justice theme. A key highlight was the release of a Resource Book on Accessibility in Educational Institutions, offering practical guidance for inclusive infrastructure and systems. The convening underscored the need for simplified public services, institutional accountability, and scalable models of inclusion to ensure meaningful participation and equity for persons with disabilities.

PGPPM Policy Talk Series

The PGPPM Policy Talk Series at IIM Bangalore hosted a session titled “XVI Finance Commission: What It Means for India’s Cities” on 18 February 2026, examining the evolving framework of urban public finance. Delivered by experts from the Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship and Democracy, the session explored how intergovernmental transfers, performance-linked grants, and incentives for own-source revenue can strengthen municipal fiscal capacity. Discussions highlighted the growing importance of Finance Commission transfers in funding essential urban services such as water, sanitation, and waste management, particularly for smaller cities. The revised grant architecture aims to improve fiscal discipline, predictability, and accountability within urban local bodies. Participants engaged in dialogue on strengthening state–municipal fiscal relations and enhancing institutional capacity to manage increased transfers effectively. The series continues to provide a platform for evidence-based discourse on contemporary governance challenges.

Prayaas

Prayaas, the social responsibility initiative led by EPGP students at IIM Bangalore, hosted the Grand Finale of Youth Udyami 2026 on 8 February 2026. The year-long entrepreneurship programme engaged high school students in developing real-world business solutions, culminating in final presentations before an expert jury. Team Mentorly from Greenwood High International School emerged as the winner for its digital mentorship platform addressing gaps in academic and career guidance. The runner-up, Team BVM Global School, presented Vitabites, a vitamin-infused chewing gum designed to enhance nutrient intake. Other finalists proposed solutions spanning vocational education, food waste management, public hygiene, and youth-focused innovations. Faculty speakers emphasised adaptability, resilience, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship. Through Youth Udyami, Prayaas continues to foster early entrepreneurial thinking by enabling students to transform ideas into practical, socially relevant ventures.