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Convocation 2015
CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE
Dear Friends,
I am pleased to be a part of the Annual Convocation of
XLRI. As Chairman of the XLRI Board of Governors, it is an
honour to be amidst furture leaders of the business world
on this momentous occasion.
Both Tata Steel and XLRI were founded with a vision
to partner the liberation and developement journey of
independent India. Therefore, ‘Renewing the face of the
earth’ - the vision statement of this very portal of advanced
education - is so well reflected in its ever-arching status
as a premier business school in the country. Jamshedpur is
truly fortunate to have such an excellent business school
located right here in the Steel City.
XLRI stands for partnering progressive growth of our
nation. This institution epitomises value-based education
and all-round development of individuals. It is these values
that set XLRI apart from other business schools in the
country. A developing nation such as ours needs many such
XLRIs to fast-track economic growth and progress.
To the graduating batch this year I wish to say that you
have been truly fortunate to be a part of XLRI. During your
stint here, you have learnt a lot, and life’s journey will
enlighten you further. The road ahead will be challenging.
There will be tough decisions for you to make, ethical
dilemmas to confront. Remember, that no matter what be
the outcome, you will need to choose the righteous path.
Remember, that it is you who can make a difference to
those around you. This is what XLRI strives to be and this is
what each and every one who leaves this portal today must
be known by. Let us pledge to bring a little sunshine in the
lives of the less fortunate and be blessed manifold.
I wish each one of you the very best as you embark on a
new phase of your life.
T V Narendran
XLRI-XAVIER SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT
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