The Indian Institute of Management Jammu inaugurated the programme, “Logistics & Supply Chain Management in Healthcare: Efficiency, Quality & Resilience,” on 26 October 2026, at the Yoga 266, Vedanta MDP Centre, Academic Block, IIM Jammu. The programme aims to facilitate knowledge exchange and peer learning among healthcare professionals, focusing on strengthening supply chain efficiency, improving quality, and building resilience in healthcare delivery systems. The inaugural ceremony was presided over by Prof. Prashant Mishra, Chairperson, Executive Education and Consultancy (EE&C), IIM Jammu and graced by programme directors, Prof. (Dr.) Shakti Kumar Gupta and Lt Gen (Dr.) Sunil Kant, (Retd.), Programme Director, IIM Jammu.

The inaugural ceremony commenced with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp, followed by a welcome address by Prof. (Dr.) Shakti Kumar Gupta, Programme Director, who shared insights from his experience in healthcare management, including the challenges encountered during floods and the importance of institutional preparedness and effective coordination. He emphasized that the programme would be an opportunity for participants to learn from real-world experiences and exchange practical insights rather than limit themselves to conventional classroom learning. He also drew attention to the significant additional expenditure involved in establishing and operationalizing healthcare facilities, underlining the importance of efficient planning and resource management.

Prof. Prashant Mishra, Chairperson, Executive Education and Consultancy (EE&C), IIM Jammu, provided an overview of the Institute’s executive education initiatives and their role in bridging the gap between academic knowledge and industry practice. He spoke about the importance of stronger industry participation, the contribution of experienced professionals to management education, and the value of learning from practical experiences. Referring to IIM Jammu’s academic infrastructure and international accreditations, he noted the Institute’s commitment to academic excellence and industry engagement. He encouraged participants to approach the programme with an open mind, actively participate in discussions, and benefit from peer learning and the exchange of best practices.

The programme also featured an introduction of participants, providing an opportunity for interaction and the sharing of professional backgrounds and experiences.Lt Gen (Dr.) Sunil Kant, SM, VSM (Retd.), Programme Director, IIM Jammu, welcomed the participants and encouraged them to make the most of the learning opportunity. Emphasizing the practical orientation of the programme, he referred to real-world experiences and anecdotes relating to logistics and supply chain management. He also invited participants to openly share their concerns and operational challenges, assuring them of opportunities for discussion and interaction with faculty, including Prof. Shakti Kumar Gupta.The inaugural ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks by Lt Gen (Dr.) Sunil Kant, followed by the National Anthem and a group photograph.

Through this programme, IIM Jammu seeks to promote meaningful engagement between academia and healthcare practitioners, encouraging the exchange of field-based experiences, practical solutions, and management perspectives to support more efficient, quality-driven, and resilient healthcare supply chains.