Jindal Stainless Partners with IIM Bangalore to Launch Strategic Leadership Development Programme
Bengaluru, March 20, 2026: Jindal Stainless, India’s leading stainless steel manufacturer, has announced a strategic partnership with Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) to co-create a customised Strategic Leadership Development Programme for its senior leadership team.
The programme has been specifically designed to strengthen strategic thinking, business judgement, and decision-making capabilities among senior professionals, enabling them to take on critical leadership roles within the organisation.
The initiative was formally inaugurated by Abhyuday Jindal, Managing Director, Jindal Stainless, in the presence of Sushil Baveja, Chief Human Resources Officer; Mukta Kulkarni, Dean (Programmes), IIM Bangalore; Dr. Deepak Chandrashekar, Faculty (Strategy), IIM Bangalore; and Mr. Anand Pachouri, Head (Learning & Development), Jindal Stainless.
Programme Overview
Spread over a period of three months, the programme combines academic depth with practical application and includes an intensive eight-day campus immersion at IIM Bangalore.
A cohort of 23 participants from diverse functional domains within Jindal Stainless will engage in sessions led by IIMB faculty. The curriculum has been designed to be highly interactive and experiential, with a strong emphasis on real-world business challenges.
Key focus areas include:
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Strategy and financial decision-making
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Macro-economic influences on business
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Innovation and emerging technology trends
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Leadership development and self-awareness
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Collaboration and team effectiveness
Leadership Perspectives
Commenting on the collaboration, Mr. Abhyuday Jindal, Managing Director, Jindal Stainless, said:
“As Jindal Stainless continues to scale and grow, preparing a strong leadership pipeline becomes imperative. Learning from the distinguished faculty at IIM Bangalore will enable our leaders to gain fresh perspectives, sharpen their strategic thinking, and navigate complex business environments with greater confidence. This initiative ensures that our leadership capabilities evolve in line with our growth ambitions and global benchmarks.”
Dr. Mukta Kulkarni, Dean (Programmes) and Professor (Organisational Behaviour & HRM), IIM Bangalore, added:
“Leadership today requires a blend of conceptual knowledge and real-world perspective. Industry-academia collaborations play a vital role in shaping leaders who can navigate dynamic environments. This programme integrates academic insights with business context to build future-ready leadership capabilities.”
Mr. Sushil Baveja, Chief Human Resources Officer, Jindal Stainless, stated:
“At Jindal Stainless, leadership development is a continuous journey. This programme has been thoughtfully structured to bring an outside-in perspective, helping our leaders strengthen their understanding of strategy, financial decision-making, and organisational dynamics.”
Building Future-Ready Leadership
The programme is aimed at equipping participants with essential competencies such as strategic thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to lead teams effectively in a rapidly evolving global business environment. It also supports the transition of leaders from functional roles to broader enterprise leadership positions.
About Jindal Stainless
Jindal Stainless is India’s leading stainless steel manufacturer with an annual turnover of ₹40,182 crore (USD 4.75 billion) in FY25. The company is expanding its production capacity to 4.2 million tonnes by FY27 and operates 16 manufacturing and processing facilities across India and international markets, including Spain and Indonesia.
With a strong focus on sustainability, Jindal Stainless utilises scrap-based production through electric arc furnaces, significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions while ensuring high-quality output. The company remains committed to innovation, operational excellence, and responsible growth.