Heartiest Congratulations to Prof. Bhimaraya Metri on His Second Term as Director of IIM Nagpur

Prof. Bhimaraya Metri Reappointed as Director of IIM Nagpur for a Second Five-Year Term: Continuing a Legacy of Transformation

ServiceSetu Academics extends its heartfelt congratulations to Prof. Bhimaraya Metri on his reappointment for a second five-year term as Director of the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Nagpur. This well-deserved recognition reflects his visionary leadership, unwavering commitment to academic excellence, and remarkable contribution to institution building in India's higher education landscape.

Over the past five years, Prof. Metri has led IIM Nagpur through a transformative journey, positioning it among India's fastest-growing new-generation Indian Institutes of Management. His leadership has strengthened the institute's reputation across academics, executive education, research, sustainability, infrastructure development, and industry engagement.

Transforming IIM Nagpur into a Leading Business School

IIM Nagpur Enters India's Top 25 Management Institutes

One of the most significant achievements during Prof. Metri's tenure has been IIM Nagpur's remarkable rise in the NIRF Management Rankings, improving from 43rd in 2023 to 31st in 2024, and reaching 25th in 2025. This accomplishment establishes IIM Nagpur as one of the youngest IIMs in India to secure a place among the country's top 25 management institutions.

Building a Nationally Recognised Executive Education Ecosystem

Under Prof. Metri's leadership, IIM Nagpur has emerged as one of India's fastest-growing centres for Executive Education. The institute has expanded its portfolio of postgraduate certificate programmes, Management Development Programmes (MDPs), customised corporate learning initiatives, and executive alumni engagement, earning recognition among the Top 10 business schools in India for Executive Education.

Expanding the IIM Nagpur Footprint

Prof. Metri has also spearheaded the institute's strategic expansion into Pune, one of India's leading innovation and industrial hubs. The development of the upcoming Pune Campus at Moshi is expected to create new opportunities for executive education, interdisciplinary research, industry collaboration, and future-focused academic programmes.

Championing Sustainability and Green Campus Initiatives

A strong advocate of sustainable development, Prof. Metri has guided IIM Nagpur towards its vision of becoming a Net Zero Campus. Major initiatives include the development of a 2 MW Solar Power Project, green infrastructure, water conservation systems, and environmentally sustainable campus practices.

Strengthening Academic Excellence and Research

His tenure has witnessed substantial growth in academic programmes, research output, consultancy, entrepreneurship, innovation, and international collaborations. Investments in modern campus infrastructure have further strengthened teaching, learning, and research capabilities, creating an ecosystem that supports world-class management education.

Enhancing Industry Partnerships and Institutional Impact

Prof. Metri has fostered strategic collaborations with industry, government agencies, and international institutions, significantly enhancing experiential learning, executive education, corporate partnerships, placement opportunities, and stakeholder engagement. His leadership has cultivated a culture of innovation, inclusivity, academic excellence, and societal impact, positioning IIM Nagpur as a benchmark among India's new-generation management institutions.

A Distinguished Academic Leader

Before joining IIM Nagpur, Prof. Bhimaraya Metri held several prestigious leadership positions, including:

• Director, Indian Institute of Management Tiruchirappalli (IIM Trichy)

• Dean, International Management Institute (IMI), New Delhi

• Dean, Management Development Institute (MDI), Gurugram

• Dean, L&T Institute of Project Management, Vadodara

His extensive experience as an academic leader, researcher, and institution builder continues to inspire excellence across management education in India.

Best Wishes for a New Chapter of Excellence

As Prof. Bhimaraya Metri begins his second term as Director, we are confident that his visionary leadership will continue to guide IIM Nagpur towards new milestones in academic excellence, innovation, global recognition, sustainability, executive education, and societal impact.

The entire ServiceSetu Academics community congratulates Prof. Metri on this remarkable achievement and wishes him continued success in shaping the future of management education and inspiring the next generation of leaders.

Congratulations once again, Prof. Bhimaraya Metri! We wish you a successful and impactful second term at IIM Nagpur.