TIMSR's 5-Day Mega Fest on Digitalisation

Thakur Institute of Management Studies and Research (TIMSR) conducted its 5-day mega fest from 18th-22nd January 2022 based on the theme, ‘Digitalisation’. The inauguration took place amidst a stellar cast of academicians, artists, and industry veterans. Amongst those present were Dr. Radhakrishnan Pillai - management speaker, scholar, trainer, author and consultant; Mr. Rajiv V Jambavdekar - Senior General Manager, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., and Mr. Sudharak Olwe - Photojournalist, and Padmashree Award recipient.

Dr. Pillai in his inaugural address impressed through an interesting anecdote the need to involve the older generation in the digital wave, for only then can we fully realize the digital movement. Mr. Rajiv talked about the role industry shall play and the managers-in-making as a part of the industry in bringing about a revolution. Mr. Sudharak Olwe took the audience on a soul-stirring journey through his presentation of the story of the unsung heroes of our nation, the lowest and probably the most neglected segment of our society – the conservancy workers. His work displays a piquant poignancy that brought the attention of those who could help.

The bouquet of activities kick-started with the management event ‘Evoke’ comprising 13 disparate segments to tickle the thought process, challenge the manager and evoke the leader within. ‘Astitva’ helped participants give wings to their ideas by sound-boarding them off seasoned entrepreneurs.  ‘Lakshya’ inspired everyone to think sustainable and act responsible by showcasing their social responsibility endeavours. ‘Pulse,’ true to its name, was no game, only sport impelling everyone to display ace sportsmanship in indoor and outdoor sporting events. It ranged from waging a battle of wits through chess to a battle of grit through cricket and tug-of-war. ‘Ekatvam’ spread the spirit of oneness through a cultural mélange of nimble acrobatic displays, fashion shows, singing contests and shaking a leg to the tune of the DJ. And finally, the festivities concluded with the TIMSRites rekindling the past associations through the alumni meet ‘Konnect’ bringing under one roof the industry veterans, the academicians, and the international partners joining hands towards the fruition of their common goals.

The event was a great crowd-pleaser pulling in more than 3,000 participants from across the country.