IIM Mumbai Confers Inaugural Srujan Puraskar to NID Professor

BILKULONLINE

Mumbai, Dec 27: During Avartan, the flagship annual event of IIM Mumbai, the institute conferred its prestigious Srujan Puraskar  on Prof. Chakradhar Saswade from the NID Bengaluru campus.

This landmark moment marked the launch of the esteemed award, established to recognize professional creativity and excellence in India, with Prof. Chakradhar becoming its first-ever recipient.

Prof. Chakradhar was honored for his outstanding contributions to logo design, including the iconic emblem of IIM Mumbai, which has become a cornerstone of the institute’s identity. The award celebrates his thoughtful and aesthetic approach to design, which continues to leave a lasting impact on institutional branding.

As part of the ceremony, Prof. Chakradhar delivered an inspiring presentation that highlighted his extensive portfolio. His work includes designing logos for notable institutions such as Yashobhoomi, IIT Tirupati, IIM Bodhgaya, Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan, and DICGC. The audience was captivated by his insights into the interplay between creativity, symbolism, and branding, emphasizing the critical role of design in shaping institutional identities.

Reflecting on the recognition, Prof. Chakradhar expressed his gratitude:
“This honor from a premier institution like IIM Mumbai is both a proud and humbling moment. I owe immense thanks to NID for giving me opportunities to work on meaningful identity design projects and to IIM Mumbai for acknowledging my work in retrospect. The establishment of the Srujan Puraskar is a visionary initiative that will inspire and uphold the spirit of creativity among professionals.”

The celebration of design and creativity at Avartan underscores IIM Mumbai’s commitment to fostering innovation and excellence. By instituting the Srujan Puraskar, the institute aims to honor and encourage creative individuals whose work sets new benchmarks for professional achievement.