We are thrilled to announce the successful inauguration of the NIPM Student Chapter at the School of Commerce & Management, D.Y. Patil International University, Akurdi, Pune. This partnership with the National Institute of Personnel Management (Pune Chapter) marks a significant step in enhancing the professional growth of our students. The event featured an enlightening panel discussion with industry stalwarts who shared deep insights into the evolving HR landscape: • Dr. Kalyan Pawar (Chairman, NIPM Pune Chapter & Executive VP - ER/HR, Endurance Technologies Ltd.) • Dr. Ajit Thakur (Secretary, NIPM Pune Chapter & Head HR EHS and Factory Manager, Kalyani Steel) • Ms. Prachee Sonchal (EC Member, NIPM Pune Chapter & Director - HR, Foseco) • Ms. Vahida Pathan (EC Member, NIPM Pune Chapter & Founder, Neorare Services) Congratulations to our newly appointed Student Council Office Bearers:  Chairperson: Mr. Akash Lahane  Secretary: Mr. Yuvraj Chavan  Joint Secretary: Mr. Aakash Sable  Treasurer: Mr. Aaryan Thole  SSC Members: Ms. Saraja Patil, Ms. Samruddhi Deshmukh, & Ms. Priyata This event was meticulously led and executed by Dr. Anuradha Patil (Assistant Professor, SCM), under the visionary leadership of Dr. Madhavi Deshpande Ma’am (Dean of Faculty Non-Engineering, DYPIU) with the invaluable support of the Placement Department and the entire SCM faculty and staff.