The 16th convocation of IIM Shillong (Indian Institute Of Management Shillong) was held on Friday, with chief minister Conrad K Sangma urging graduates to approach life as a marathon requiring perseverance, resilience, and commitment to their passions.
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IIM Shillong celebrated its 16th Annual Convocation on April 4 marking a momentous occasion in the Institute’s academic calendar. The ceremony witnessed the conferment of degrees upon 475 graduating students, including 381 from the Post Graduate Programme (PGP) 2023–25 batch, 54 from the Post Graduate Programme for Executives (PGPEx) 2024–25 batch, and 35 from the Post Graduate Programme for Working Executives (PGPWE) 2023–25 batch. In addition, five scholars were awarded the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree.
The convocation was graced by the presence of Conrad K. Sangma, Chief Minister of Meghalaya, as the Chief Guest, and Ashish Modi, President, Honeywell India, as the Guest of Honour.
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Shishir Kumar Bajoria, Chairman of the Board of Governors, IIM Shillong acknowledged the dedication, 
perseverance, and hard work of students throughout their academic journey. He noted that the Ryndia silk attire was a testament to the cultural richness of the region and urged the graduates to shoulder social responsibility, uphold the nation’s values, and become active contributors in realizing the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047.
Delivering the Convocation Address, Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma urged young graduates to approach life as a marathon — one that requires perseverance, resilience, and commitment to their passions.
“This is a marathon. Don’t allow anything to distract you. As you move forward in life, you will face different situations and challenges. This is an important transition, and how you navigate it will define your journey,” he said.
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Ashish Modi, President, Honeywell India, shared five important life lessons. First, he encouraged the students to stay hungry and work hard, assuring them that success will follow. Second, he emphasized the importance of speaking up and advised students not to be passengers in their own lives. Third, he urged them to strive to be the best at whatever they choose to do. Fourth, he highlighted the critical role of effective communication in professional and personal growth. Finally, he underscored the significance of health—both physical and mental—as a foundation for a fulfilling life and career.
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Professor D.P. Goyal, Director, IIM Shillong, spoke of the strides made during the academic year 2024–25, emphasizing the Institute’s growing international engagements and local impact. He noted the signing of 31 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with leading global management institutions and the upcoming launch of the Integrated Programme in Management (IPM). He further underlined IIM Shillong’s unique positioning as an institution that harmonizes global best practices with the rich cultural ethos of India.
The Chairman’s Gold Medal went to Ms. Shefali for securing the highest CGPA, Director’s Gold Medal to Mr. HritikLaddha – Best All-Rounder, Institute Gold Medal to Mr. Saurabh Matta for positive contribution to campus life.
