IIM Sambalpur hosts ‘Marmagya’ annual business conclave; roundtable discussion on women leadership

NEW DELHI : The Indian Institute of Management Sambalpur (IIM Sambalpur), has unveiled Marmagya 9.0: Annual Business Conclave with a roundtable conference on “Women Leadership for Business Excellence,” on its Delhi campus at ISID Vasant Kunj. The objective of the conclave is to promote women's participation in leadership as that will boost economic growth globally, the IIM Sambalpur said.

Over 20 top women leaders from corporate, government, NGO, and academia presented their views along with 100 other delegates.

“IIM Sambalpur has actively championed women’s empowerment, focusing on dismantling barriers that have historically limited women’s access to business roles and opportunities,” IIM Sambalpur statement added.

As per business leaders worldwide, gender equality in work constitutes the cornerstone of any business. According to the World Economic Forum 2024, with a population exceeding 1.4 billion, India has closed 64.1% of its gender gap. Despite the substantial representation of women in education enrollment, the increase in their participation has been modest, the IIM statement statement adds.

Also read IIM Sambalpur inaugrates centre of excellence ‘Udbhavanam’ for product management

IIM Sambalpur’s roundtable discussions

The roundtable discussions focused on key topics such as why the gender gap exists, how it can be mitigated, and the best practices in India and abroad.

The roundtable was attended by key stakeholders from the government, media, thought leaders, and the corporate sector, providing a platform for dialogue on gender inclusivity and leadership.

“IIM Sambalpur has actively championed women’s empowerment, focusing on dismantling barriers that have historically limited women’s access to business roles and opportunities,” IIM Sambalpur.

While delivering the welcome address, professor Mahadeo Jaiswal, director, of IIM Sambalpur, said: “At IIM Sambalpur, we believe that bridging India’s gender gap is not just a goal but a national imperative. Through our focused research initiatives and strategic roundtables, we aim to drive meaningful dialogue and action on women’s leadership across corporate, government, academia, and social sectors. Our innovative approach, including partnerships with global entities like the UN Global Compact, will culminate in a comprehensive report presented to policymakers, aiming to elevate women’s participation and contribution to India’s economic growth. This is more than a discussion; it’s a movement towards a more inclusive and prosperous future to accelerate the inclusive growth story of India.”