Inauguration of the NIPM Student Chapter – A Proud Milestone!
Date: 15th Nov 2025
Inauguration of the NIPM Student Chapter – A Proud Milestone!
Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship Development (DYPIMED), Varale, in association with the National Institute of Personnel Management (NIPM), proudly inaugurated the NIPM Student Chapter with a highly enriching Panel Discussion on the theme:
“Beyond Degrees: Skills, Attitude and Adaptability for Success.”
This special occasion marked an important step toward fostering stronger industry–academia collaboration and providing students with access to nationwide HR networks and learning opportunities.
A Remarkable Leadership & Vision
Under the dynamic guidance of Dr. Meghana Bhilare (Director, DYPIMED), the event brought together accomplished and visionary HR leaders from esteemed organizations. Their real-time experiences and forward-thinking perspectives opened new horizons for our budding management professionals.
Esteemed Panelists
We were honored to host the following distinguished guests:
• Dr. Kalyan Pawar – Executive Vice President, Corporate ER/IR, Endurance Technologies Ltd. & Chairman, NIPM Pune Chapter
• Ms. Prachee Sanchal – HR Director, Foseco & Executive Committee Member, NIPM Pune Chapter (Moderator)
• Mr. Harshad Somnath Dighe – Lead Talent Acquisition, Emerson
• Ms. Mukta Huprikar – AGM – HR & APAC DEI Council Member, Schaeffler India Limited
• Mr. Ashish Shah – Region Head, Academic Alliances Group, TCS Pune
• Dr. S. D. Shirbahadurkar – Principal, Dr. D. Y. Patil Technical Campus, Varale Talegaon, Pune
• Mr. Chetan Wagh – Co-Founder, iTech Seed India Growth Ventures Pvt. Ltd.
Key Takeaways & Insights for Future Leaders
The session empowered students with practical and futuristic insights, highlighting:
🔹 Continuous upskilling is essential in a rapidly evolving job market
🔹 Attitude + Adaptability = Game changers for long-term career success
🔹 Communication, ownership & problem-solving remain top employer expectations
🔹 Digital awareness and cross-functional competencies open global opportunities
🔹 Networking, internships & hands-on exposure boost employability significantly
🔹 Ethics, resilience & discipline are key to sustainable career growth
🔹 Emerging career landscapes demand proactive learning and innovation
NIPM Pune Chapter Presence
The event was graced by Executive Committee members of NIPM Pune Chapter:
• Mr. Balasaheb Sonawane – Vice Chairman
• Adv. Prashant Kshirsagar – Addl. Secretary
• Mr. Pavan Sharma – Member
• Dr. Ila Pathak Jha – Member
• Dr. Satish Pawar – Member
Their support strengthened the collaboration and inspired students to be active members of the HR community.
An Inspiring & Interactive Learning Experience
The Q&A segment encouraged students to engage directly with the experts — asking career-shaping questions and receiving actionable insights to sharpen their professional readiness.
With this milestone, the NIPM Student Chapter at DYPIMED is set to become a dynamic platform for continuous learning, professional networking, industry mentorship, and holistic personality development.
Moving Forward
The inauguration marks just the beginning. Together with NIPM, DYPIMED aims to nurture confident, skilled, and industry-ready HR professionals who will shape the future of the corporate world.
✨ Here’s to many more remarkable collaborations, learning experiences, and success stories! ✨
