NEW DELHI, July 25, 2024 – The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Guwahati will introduce new courses starting from the next academic year, as confirmed by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma after a meeting with Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
IIM Guwahati to Launch New Courses Highlights:
- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
- Launch of new courses at IIM Guwahati
- Guwahati, Assam
- Next academic year
- To enhance educational opportunities and support Assam’s academic institutions
- Consent and support from the Union Education Minister
IIM Guwahati To Commence New Courses
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has given the green light for IIM Guwahati to commence new courses starting from the next academic year. This decision follows a detailed discussion between the two leaders on various educational initiatives for Assam.
In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), CM Sarma shared, “It gives me great pleasure to share that Hon’ble Minister has consented to our request of IIM Guwahati commencing courses from the next academic year. We also discussed in detail on Govt of India’s support for Assam under PM-USHA, a central scheme to finance state institutions.”
The meeting also covered the Government of India’s support for Assam under the PM-USHA scheme, aimed at financing state institutions and enhancing teacher training capacities.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan highlighted the significance of these discussions, stating, “NEP (National Education Policy) remains a guiding principle in making our teaching and learning landscape more vibrant. The Education Ministry will leave no stone unturned in strengthening capacities of academic institutions and teachers, enabling equitable access to 21st-century quality education and fulfilling educational priorities of Assam.”
The launch of new courses at IIM Guwahati is expected to open up new avenues for students and professionals in Assam. By strengthening the capacity of teacher training institutes and augmenting technical education, the initiative aims to empower the local youth with better opportunities for education, skilling, and employment.
IIM Guwahati, one of the premier management institutes in India, has been a pivotal institution in shaping business education in the Northeast region. The introduction of new courses aligns with the broader objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) to enhance the quality of education and make it more accessible.
This initiative marks a significant step towards transforming Assam’s educational landscape, ensuring that the state’s youth have access to quality education and opportunities for growth. The collaboration between the state and central governments highlights a shared commitment to educational excellence and capacity building.
For more details on the new courses and admission process, visit the official IIM Guwahati website.
