SIBM Nagpur

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS​

Highest Stipend Achievers - Flipkart WiRED 8.0

Abhinav Sharma and Aastha Dontulwar secured prestigious summer internships at Flipkart through the Flipkart WiRED 8.0 program in 2025. Abhinav received the highest stipend of ₹1.2 lakh per month as a Category Management Intern (Business Track). Both students delivered outstanding performance during the program and earned Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs) of 28 LPA. This achievement highlights their exceptional performanceand industry readiness.

Research Publication – ICDS 2024

Shruti Mishra, Omkar Prabhu, Shrivastava, and Vaishnavi Kharote successfully published their research paper at the International Conference on Data Science (ICDS) 2024. Their research work contributed valuable insights in the field of data-driven decision making and emerging analytical approaches. The publication reflects their strong academic research capability and dedication to advancing knowledge through scholarly work. This achievement marks an important milestone in their academic and research journey.

Case Combat – Wings & Roots 4.0

Shrikant Mathure, Kumar Aniket, and Devaki S secured 1st place in the Case Combat competition at Wings & Roots 4.0 hosted by NMIMS Mumbai. The challenge required teams to design a strategy for scaling artisanal food products to larger metropolitan markets while preserving product authenticity. The team proposed a well-structured solution focusing on market expansion, brand positioning, and efficient distribution strategies. Their presentation was appreciated for its clarity, practicality, and strong strategic thinking in addressing real-world business challenges.

Vyuh Case Competition

Kataru Lakshmi Deepak and Charitha Kakumani secured 1st place in the Vyuh Case Competition organized by IIM Lucknow. Competing against over 1,150 teams nationwide, they successfully advanced through three challenging rounds including a quiz, a six-slide case analysis, and a final on-campus presentation. Their strategic thinking, analytical approach, and effective presentation skills helped them emerge as winners. This achievement reflects their strong problem-solving ability and competitive excellence.

Imperium Case Competition

Shrikant Mathure, Kumar Aniket, and Devaki S secured 2nd place in Imperium, a national-level case competition hosted by IIM Indore. The challenge focused on solving a scaling and profitability issue for United Foods (Barbeque Nation). The team applied structured diagnostic frameworks and operational analysis to develop a transformation model combining strategic and operational improvements. Their solution was recognized for its strong analytical thinking, practical feasibility, and comprehensive approach to addressing complex business challenges.

Brand Storm – Wings & Roots 4.0

Shrikant Mathure, Kumar Aniket, and Devaki S secured 3rd place in Brand Storm at Wings & Roots 4.0 hosted by NMIMS Mumbai. The competition focused on developing a brand revival strategy for Pizza Hut in the highly competitive quick-service restaurant industry. The team presented a comprehensive solution involving brand repositioning, consumer engagement strategies, and digital marketing initiatives to reconnect with younger audiences. Their approach highlighted the importance of adapting established brands to evolving consumer preferences while preserving core brand identity.

Eximius Case Study Competition

Devarshi Kokate, Prince Raghav, and Kartik Pathak secured Runner-Up position in Eximius, a case study competition hosted by SIBM Bengaluru. The competition required participants to analyze business challenges using structured frameworks and strategic thinking. Through this experience, the team applied concepts such as the Kano Model and Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to enhance problem-solving and operational efficiency. This achievement reflects their strong analytical abilities and valuable learning in tackling real-world business challenges.

The Prime Cohort – HR Competition

Piyali Roychowdhury and Anjali Tomar secured 1st Prize in The Prime Cohort, an HR competition hosted by SIBM Bengaluru. The competition involved six challenging rounds including quizzes, case analyses, presentations, and debates. Throughout the event, the team demonstrated strong strategic thinking, HR insights, and teamwork. Their performance stood out among participants and highlighted their ability to handle complex human resource management challenges.

FinShiksha Learning Championship 2024

Kamal Nayan Soni secured All India Rank (AIR) 15 in the FinShiksha Learning Championship 2024, a national-level finance competition involving more than 1,800 MBA students from leading B-schools across India. The competition consisted of two rounds: an online quiz testing financial knowledge and a case study involving financial analysis, industry evaluation, and strategic insights using Porter’s Five Forces framework. His achievement reflects strong financial acumen, analytical ability, and strategic thinking.

Net Zero Challenge – IIT Delhi

Kataru Lakshmi Deepak and Charitha Kakumani secured 2nd place in the Net Zero Challenge: Path to Zero E-Waste competition organized by IIT Delhi. Competing against 391 teams, they advanced to the final round by presenting an innovative solution addressing the growing issue of e-waste management. Their proposal impressed the judges with its feasibility, creativity, and potential environmental impact. This achievement highlights their commitment to sustainability and their ability to develop practical solutions for real-world challenges.

Agri Fin Challenge

Kataru Lakshmi Deepak and Charitha Kakumani secured 1st Runner-Up position in the Agri Fin Challenge. Competing among 423 participants, they advanced to the Top 6 finalists by presenting an innovative business model addressing financial challenges faced by farmers. Their solution combined strategic thinking and technology-driven approaches to create sustainable financial solutions for the agricultural sector. This achievement highlights their ability to develop impactful and practical business strategies.

Udyog Business Plan Competition

Kataru Lakshmi Deepak and Charitha Kakumani secured the 2nd Runner-Up position in the Udyog Business Plan Competition. Competing among 704 participants, they advanced to the Top 6 finalists by presenting a business plan focused on exporting turmeric to global markets. Their proposal highlighted key aspects such as supply chain management, regulatory compliance, and market expansion strategies. This achievement reflects their strong entrepreneurial thinking and understanding of the global agricultural trade ecosystem.

B-Plan Competition – Krishi Chanakya 2024

Kataru Lakshmi Deepak and Charitha Kakumani secured 3rd place in the B-Plan Competition at Krishi Chanakya 2024, organized by the National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE), Hyderabad. Competing among 1,040 registrations, their innovative business plan advanced to the Top 5 finalists. Their proposal demonstrated strong entrepreneurial thinking and practical solutions for the agricultural sector, earning them recognition as national-level finalists.

Udyog Business Plan Competition

Kataru Lakshmi Deepak and Charitha Kakumani secured the 2nd Runner-Up position in the Udyog Business Plan Competition. Competing among 704 participants, they advanced to the Top 6 finalists by presenting a business plan focused on exporting turmeric to global markets. Their proposal highlighted key aspects such as supply chain management, regulatory compliance, and market expansion strategies. This achievement reflects their strong entrepreneurial thinking and understanding of the global agricultural trade ecosystem.