Sambalpur: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik extended heartfelt congratulations to students and teachers alike for the inauguration of the new infrastructure at IIM Sambalpur. Expressing gratitude to the Prime Minister for gracing the occasion, Patnaik underscored the significance of learning at IIMs and wished all students an enriching and exciting academic journey.
Recognizing IIM Sambalpur’s swift ascent in delivering quality education and producing outstanding graduates, Patnaik encouraged students to not only excel in their careers but also contribute to the development of the state. He emphasized the idea of being ‘Alumni of the State’ and urged successful professionals to share their knowledge and experience, fostering the transformation and growth of Odisha.
Highlighting the Prime Minister’s vision for India’s economic prowess, Patnaik pledged Odisha’s commitment to becoming the manufacturing hub of eastern India. He expressed confidence in the Prime Minister’s support for this endeavor and acknowledged the golden era for startups in India. Odisha, as a top performer in promoting startups, aims to harness the youth’s innovative ideas for job creation, contributing to the country’s growth.
In the context of hosting the First World Odia Language Conference, Patnaik remarked on the honor of having the Prime Minister, a staunch supporter of Indian languages, in Odisha. The Chief Minister envisioned the event as a platform for celebrating linguistic diversity and promoting the richness of Odia language and culture on a global scale.