IFMR GSB, Krea University has launched the students’ chapter of the National Human Resource Development Network (NHRDN), marking a new milestone in fostering human resource development and industry-academia collaboration.
Launching the chapter virtually, Dr TV Rao, Founder President of NHRDN and Chairman of TV Rao Learning Systems Pvt Ltd, highlighted the importance of prioritising human resource development through skill-building and competency enhancement, especially for students and young professionals. He described HRD as a journey of discovering and amplifying one’s inner strengths, capabilities and talents to create a meaningful impact on others. He encouraged students to leverage NHRDN for knowledge sharing and dissemination to create a meaningful impact.
Delivering the inaugural address virtually, Prem Singh, National President of NHRDN and President, Group HR, JK Organisation, expressed confidence that the NHRD Krea Chapter would significantly contribute to professional growth in the region. He emphasised the nationwide presence of the NHRD Network and highlighted how a collaborative approach could unlock numerous opportunities. Encouraging IFMR GSB students, he urged them to actively engage with NHRDN.
Professor Sridhar Narayanan, Founder, Grand Alliance for Management Excellence (GAME), led delegates in pledging to uphold NHRDN’s ‘Code of Conduct’, which ensures high standards of integrity, competence, and continuous development.
Dhananjay Singh, Director General, NHRDN and an experienced management professional, participated virtually and highlighted the collaboration’s impact on strategic planning, change management, leadership development and innovative initiatives.
The event also featured insights from Dr Aquil Busrai, Chief Executive Officer, Aquil Busrai Consulting and former National President of NHRDN and J Kabilan, President, Chennai Chapter, NHRDN, and VP & HR Leader, L&T Construction, who highlighted the impact of this collaboration on leadership development, strategic HR planning, and industry best practices.
The session opened with a welcome address by Professor Lakshmi Kumar, Dean, IFMR GSB, and concluded with a vote of thanks by Nagarani M, Associate Professor, OB & HR, IFMR GSB. The launch was attended by students, faculty members and NHRDN professionals.
The NHRD Krea Chapter will enable students to engage with industry leaders, gain exposure to evolving HR trends and sharpen their professional skills. Established in 1985, NHRDN is a premier non-profit organisation with over 20,000 members across 54 chapters in India and Singapore, serving as a knowledge hub for HR professionals across diverse industries. This new chapter strengthens IFMR GSB’s commitment to bridging the gap between academia and industry, creating a dynamic platform for learning, networking and career advancement.