Udaan - 2026 (A Besant Women’s College Connect Program)

UDAAN-2026 – YOUR JOURNEY TO NEW HEIGHTS

(A Besant Women’s College Connect Program)

Manel Srinivas Nayak Institute of Management (MSNIM), Besant Campus, Bondel, Mangaluru, organised Udaan-2026 – “Your Journey to New Heights,” a Besant Women’s College Connect Program, on Wednesday, 29th April 2026, at 10:30 a.m. in the Seminar Hall, MSNIM.

The programme was organised with the objective of strengthening the association between the institutions of the Besant family and introducing students of Besant Women’s College to management education, career opportunities and the academic environment at MSNIM. The initiative aimed to inspire young women to explore higher education opportunities, develop professional aspirations and take confident steps towards their future careers.

The programme commenced with a welcome address and the formal inauguration through the lighting of the traditional lamp by the dignitaries. The occasion was graced by the Chief Guest, Mr. Manel Annappa Nayak, President, WNES, and the Guest of Honour, Dr. Manjula K. T., Vice President, WNES, along with Dr. Molly S. Chaudhuri. Faculty members and student representatives from both institutions were also present.

In their addresses, the dignitaries appreciated MSNIM's initiative to connect with Besant Women's College and emphasised the importance of higher education in empowering women and shaping confident, independent individuals. They encouraged students to explore the academic and professional opportunities available within the Besant family of institutions and to continuously strive towards achieving their goals.

An engaging interactive activity session was organised following the inaugural programme, with the support of MSNIM faculty members and student volunteers. The participants were divided into small teams and provided with newspapers as the only resource to complete a creative team challenge involving the construction of tall, free-standing structures. The activity encouraged students to brainstorm ideas, distribute responsibilities, coordinate efforts and complete the assigned task within the given time. It provided a practical learning experience in teamwork, leadership, creativity, resource management and time management.

The interactive session created an enthusiastic atmosphere, encouraging active participation, collaboration and peer interaction. It also helped students understand the practical application of essential management concepts beyond the classroom.

Udaan-2026 served as a meaningful platform for introducing students to management education and the opportunities available at MSNIM. The programme strengthened the institutional relationship between MSNIM and Besant Women’s College while motivating participants to pursue higher education, develop their abilities and aspire to greater achievements.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the dignitaries, the management of WNES, faculty members, student volunteers and participants of Besant Women’s College for their valuable contributions towards making the event a success.

Udaan-2026 truly reflected its theme, “Your Journey to New Heights,” by inspiring young women to dream bigger, discover their potential and confidently take the next step towards their academic and professional aspirations.