Governor Felicitates Institution for Pioneering Contributions in Higher Education
Patna, 13 July 2025 — In a momentous gathering at the Z Bihar Jharkhand Education Conclave 2025, hosted by the International School of Management (ISM), Patna, the institution once again reaffirmed its stature as a beacon of educational transformation in the region. The Hon’ble Governor of Bihar, Shree Arif Mohammad Khan, graced the event as the Chief Guest and honoured ISM Patna for its exceptional contributions toward uplifting the standard of education in the state. The event was further dignified by the presence of Mr. S. Siddharth, Additional Chief Secretary, Bihar Government, as the Special Guest.
During her address, Dr. Sweta Rani, Academic Head of ISM Patna, emphasised the three foundational pillars that are redefining the academic ecosystem at ISM:
She elaborated on ISM’s commitment to academic excellence through the adoption of innovative pedagogy, industry-centric value-added courses, advanced technological teaching aids, and the presence of an extensively digitalised library. The updated curriculum, trained faculty, and global exposure have placed ISM among the most sought-after academic destinations in the province
The Academic Head also shed light on the institution’s cutting-edge initiatives in research and international collaboration. A notable milestone includes ISM’s collaboration with prestigious Polish institutions for advanced research and higher studies. ISM's Finance students have recently made it to the final round of the National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM) competition, placing ISM among the top 10 B-schools competing in Mumbai this November.
Adding to its growing list of achievements, ISM was honoured with the title of Best B-School in South Asia, a recognition conferred by the Former Prime Minister of Bhutan—an endorsement of the institution’s sustained commitment to global academic standards.
Dr. D. N. Singh, Principal of ISM Patna, along with Mr. Sudhir Kumar Sinha, Head of the Department of Commerce, and Assistant Professors Mr. Kundan Kumar, Mr. Sanu Kumar, Mr. Abhinav Jha, Mr. Alok Utpal, and Mr. Manoj Oja, marked their esteemed presence during the conclave.
As the only private residential institute in Bihar, ISM Patna continues to set benchmarks in holistic development, combining academic rigour with a student-centric residential experience. The felicitation by the Governor stands as a testament to ISM’s progressive vision and unwavering commitment to educational empowerment in Bihar and beyond.
