CMS Business School, JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) conducted a guest lecture titled ‘Introduction to NITI Aayog’ under the Entrepreneurship and Family Business Management (EFBM) program on April 28, 2021. The faculty members of CMS Business School to coordinate the event were Ms. Sakshi Chhabra, Dr. Uma MH, Dr. Ajay Massand, Dr. Shakeela Banu, Ms. Uma Srinivasan, and Professor Rakesh Yadav. Though the guest lecture was specifically organized for the students of EFBM, it was attended by the students across all the specializations; 2nd semester, the batch of 2020-22.

The guest speaker for the session was Ms. Saumya Pandey, a young professional from NITI Aayog. The lecture provided an insight into how NITI Aayog works and its current projects. The session also discussed energy projects under NITI Aayog. In her speech, Ms. Saumya provided an overview of NITI Aayog and mentioned its primary functions. She also spoke about the ongoing planned projects under NITI Aayog for the development of India. She also discussed how an individual could be a part of NITI Aayog.

The online guest lecture that lasted for an hour provided valuable information on a reputed body like NITI Aayog, a public policy think tank of the Government of India. It offered individuals an opportunity to enhance their knowledge and know more closely the principles, objectives, and approach of NITI Aayog. Overall the event was a success and earned appreciation from everyone who attended it.