Ahmedabad: Narayana Business School (NBS), Ahmedabad, proudly celebrated its grand Convocation Ceremony for the graduating class of 2023–25. This event marked a significant milestone as the institution commemorated 25 years of excellence in management education during its Silver Jubilee year.
The ceremony served as a remarkable testament not only to the academic accomplishments of the graduating students but also to the institution’s lasting legacy, devoted faculty, and robust alumni network. This memorable event was orchestrated under the leadership and guidance of the following individuals: Founder Director Dr. Amit Gupta, Director Mr. S. C. Gupta, Dean of Academics Dr. Purvi Gupta, and Vice President of Growth & Strategy Mr. Vishal Tiwari.
Adding a special touch to the event, the Chief Guest was a notable alumnus of Narayana Business School in Ahmedabad, which made the ceremony both inspiring and profoundly meaningful for the graduating class.
The event commenced with an address by Founder Director Dr. Amit Gupta, who reflected on the institution’s 25-year journey and core philosophy. He stated, “Over the last 25 years, we have focused not only on academic excellence but also on character building. We are confident that our graduates will carry forward the values of integrity, curiosity, and positive impact as they step into the global professional arena.”
The convocation was honored by the presence of Mr. Sandeep Bhardwaj, Managing Director & CEO of Paytm Money, who served as the Chief Guest. His return to campus as a distinguished alumnus of NBS represented the culmination of a learning journey defined by perseverance, leadership, and purpose.
Addressing the graduating students, Mr. Bhardwaj emphasized adaptability and value-driven leadership in an evolving global landscape. He remarked, “The future will demand continuous learning and ethical decision-making. The foundation you build today will define the kind of leaders you become tomorrow. Returning to my alma mater to address this graduating class is an immensely proud and personal moment for me.”
The leadership team recognized the collective efforts that have driven NBS’s sustained growth over the last 25 years. They expressed gratitude for the invaluable contributions of faculty members, students, alumni, and industry partners who have been instrumental in creating a strong learning ecosystem grounded in academic excellence and practical significance.
Special Awards – Batch 2023–25
As part of the ceremony, the institution recognised students for excellence beyond academics:
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Holistic Award Trophy (Batch Topper):
Poornapragna Anand Pandurangi (PGDM – Quantitative Finance, 2023–25) -
Distinguished Achievement Award:
Manan Rakesh Joshi (MBA + PGCE, 2023–25) -
Corporate Excellence Award:
Yesha Sanjaybhai Kakadiya (MBA + PGPGCE, 2023–25)
In addition, Best Student Awards were presented across various specialisations, while Service Milestone Awards honoured faculty members for long-standing service and contribution to the institution.
The Silver Jubilee Convocation reaffirmed Narayana Business School’s commitment to developing industry-ready leaders and strengthening its role within India’s management education ecosystem.