The Department of Management Studies organized the second session of Prajna Vaibhavam (PV) for the MBA Batch 2025–27, marking an engaging continuation of the academic journey for the new cohort on Thursday, 5th November 2026. The session was conducted as a Group Discussion (GD) activity aimed at fostering critical thinking, effective communication, and collaborative learning among second-year students.
The event commenced with the Master of Ceremony, Mr. Anantha Krishna Bhat (II MBA – Section B), who extended a warm welcome to the dignitaries, including Dr. P. S. Aithal, Director, PIM, Dr. Krishna Kothai, Professor Emeritus, PIM, Mr. Venkatesh Shetty, and Mr. Shivananda M. Bhandarkar (PV Coordinator), faculty members, non-teaching staff, and all participants. An inspiring message encouraging students to break boundaries and pursue their dreams set an energizing tone for the session.
The formal welcome address was delivered by Ms. Ananya (II MBA – Section B), following which the program moved into the main GD rounds. Ms. Anusha and Mr. Anwesh (II MBA – Section B) efficiently served as the timekeeper, clearly outlining the 15-minute discussion format and the feedback procedure. The panel of judges consisted of Mrs. Sujatha G. L and Mr. Venkatesh Shetty (PV Coordinator).
A total of three groups took part in the discussion, each presenting thoughtful perspectives on relevant and thought-provoking themes:
Group J
Topic: “Right to Disconnect Act 2026”Â
This group highlights the growing tension between employee well-being and business competitiveness in an always-on global economy, ultimately concluding that while a legal floor is necessary to prevent burnout, its success relies entirely on flexible, sector-sensitive implementation.
Group K
Topic: “Can Gen z become a better manager”Â
This group discusses whether Generation Z has the ability to become better managers in today’s business world. Gen Z has advantages such as technology knowledge, creativity and adaptability. However, becoming a good manager also requires communication skills, leadership qualities, emotional intelligence, practical experience, and the ability to understand and motivate employees. Therefore, Gen Z can become better managers by combining their technological skills with practical knowledge and effective leadership.
Group C
Topic: “Climate Change and Agrarian Vulnerability”Â
The team discussed the impact of climate change on agriculture and farmers’ livelihoods. The discussion covered crop losses, farmer debt, food security, and economic challenges. The team suggested sustainable farming, crop diversification, water conservation, and modern technology as key solutions.
Each group demonstrated commendable preparation, teamwork, and clarity of thought throughout the discussion. The judges provided valuable feedback, appreciating the students’ enthusiasm and encouraging them to continue improving their GD skills.
The session concluded with a Vote of Thanks delivered by Ms. Aishwarya (II MBA – Section B), who expressed gratitude to the director, faculty members, judges, participants, and organizers for making the second session of Prajna Vaibhavam both meaningful and enriching.
The event, held in PV Hall, PIM, successfully achieved its objective of fostering analytical thinking, communication skills, and confidence among second-year MBA students. It marked a strong continuation of the PV initiative and set a positive tone for the academic and professional development activities planned for the year.