Alumni News
Priyanka Pankajam (PGP 2008) Conferred National Best District Election Award
Priyanka Pankajam (PGP 2008), Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, was conferred the National Best District Election Award by the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, in recognition of exemplary performance in election administration. The award honours outstanding district-level leadership in ensuring free, fair, and inclusive electoral processes.
As District Election Officer, Priyanka demonstrated exceptional commitment to strengthening voter participation, improving electoral transparency, and implementing innovative outreach initiatives. Her efforts contributed to enhancing administrative efficiency and citizen engagement, reflecting both professional excellence and public service dedication.
An alumna of IIM Bangalore’s PGP Class of 2008, Priyanka’s achievement underscores the Institute’s enduring legacy of leadership across public institutions. Her work exemplifies the values of integrity, accountability, and impact-driven governance.
The IIMB community congratulates Priyanka on this distinguished national recognition and celebrates her continued contribution to strengthening democratic processes in India.
Vasuta Agarwal (PGP 2009) Named Chief Revenue Officer at gnani.ai
IIMB alumna Vasuta Agarwal (PGP 2009) has been appointed Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) at gnani.ai, strengthening the company’s executive leadership as it scales its AI-led conversational intelligence solutions globally. Based in Bengaluru, she will lead the organisation’s global revenue strategy, go-to-market execution, and customer growth initiatives, reinforcing its expansion across enterprise markets.
Bringing nearly two decades of experience, Vasuta has held senior roles at Intel, McKinsey & Company, and InMobi Advertising — where she spent over 13 years and rose to Chief Business Officer. She has also served on the boards of IndiaMART InterMESH Limited and Kaya Limited and contributed to industry bodies like IAMAI and MMA APAC.
Her extensive background in strategy, P&L leadership, and global market execution positions her to drive gnani.ai’s next stage of growth, reflecting both her leadership acumen and the strength of IIMB’s global alumni community.
Sourav Mukherjee (FPM 2002) Completes Full Marathon in 5 Hours at the National Marathon 2026
Sourav Mukherjee (FPM 2002) completed the full marathon at the Cognizant New Delhi Marathon 2026 in an impressive 5 hours. Held on 22 February 2026, the event is widely recognised as The National Marathon, drawing participants from 490+ cities, 32 States and Union Territories, and 31 countries, making it one of India’s most prominent distance-running events.
Taking on the 42.2 km course demands rigorous preparation, endurance, and mental resilience. Sourav’s accomplishment reflects sustained discipline and a commitment to personal excellence beyond professional pursuits. Completing a marathon at this scale is both a physical and mental milestone, underscoring the spirit of perseverance and goal-setting.
The IIM Bangalore community congratulates Sourav on this inspiring achievement and celebrates his representation at one of the country’s most prestigious running events.
Alumnus Gautham CB Appointed Facility Director at Fortis Hospitals
We are proud to share that Gautham CB (PGP 2022) has been appointed Facility Director at Fortis Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, marking a significant return to the Fortis Healthcare family after eight years.
In his new role, Gautham will lead the hospital’s overall business strategy, operations, and growth roadmap. His focus will be on strengthening clinical programs, improving operational efficiency, driving sustainable growth, and elevating patient experience — further reinforcing the hospital’s position as a flagship institution in South India.
With over 15 years of healthcare leadership experience, Gautham most recently served as COO at SPARSH Hospital, where he played a key role in launching and scaling a new facility. His previous leadership stints at HealthCare Global and Motherhood highlight his strong track record in multi-location operations and performance management.
Congratulations to Gautham on this well-deserved milestone!
Alumna Reema Mahajan Featured Among “Global Indians of the UAE: Women on the Rise
Heartiest congratulations to our esteemed alumna Reema Mahajan (PGP 2009) on being featured in Khaleej Times under the recognition “Global Indians of the UAE: Women on the Rise.” This honour reflects her inspiring leadership journey and meaningful impact across the UAE.
A dynamic entrepreneur, Reema is also the Founder of IWD – Indian Women in Dubai, a powerful platform dedicated to empowering women entrepreneurs in Dubai. Through collaboration, networking, and community-building, she has enabled countless women to grow their ventures, build strong professional relationships, and create new opportunities.
Her journey embodies purpose-driven entrepreneurship and the spirit of women uplifting women. By fostering a culture of support and shared growth, she continues to make a lasting difference in the business community.
We are immensely proud of Reema’s accomplishments and wish her continued success, greater impact, and many more milestones in the years ahead.
