On 13th December 2025, the Alumni Relations Cell (ARC) at Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow hosted Samyantar 2025 at the elegant Hotel Renaissance — an evening celebrating faculty–alumni connections and the shared Jaipuria legacy. Marking the auspicious 25-year milestone of the Batch of 1999–2001, the event brought together faculty, staff, and alumni from all chapters for a memorable evening of reflection and togetherness. Organized by the ARC under the guidance of Alumni Chairperson Dr. Anupam Saxena, the event was led by Mr. Anurag Mohan, Senior Manager – Alumni Relations, with invaluable support from Mr. Aditya Agarwal, Secretary – JIMAA, Mr. Anil Kumar- Chapter Secretary, Lucknow and Mr. Mayank Agarwal, Joint Chapter Secretary – Lucknow.

The gathering saw participation from alumni across generations — from the very first batch to the most recent graduates. Adding to the evening’s vibrancy, alumni from the Indore campus also joined in the celebrations, strengthening the Jaipuria bond across campuses. The atmosphere quickly turned lively as new alumni enthusiastically mingled with their seniors, sharing experiences, insights, and laughter while building new professional and personal connections.

The event commenced with the ceremonial lamp lighting and cake cutting to celebrate the 25-year milestone of the Batch of 1999–2001, followed by the release of Cynosure — the annual alumni magazine — by Dr. Kavita Pathak, Director; Mr. Somit Chitrey, JIMAA President; Dr. Anupam Saxena, Alumni Chairperson; Dr. Sushma Vishnani, Dean Academics; Dr. Rashmi Chaudhary-Dean Student Affairs, Dr. Anubhav Mishra-Dean Research; Dr. Manisha Seth-Member ARC; Mr. Aditya Agarwal, Secretary-JIMAA; Mr. Anil Kumar, Chapter Secretary – Lucknow; Mr. Anil Verma, Member ARC; and Mr. Anurag Mohan, Senior Manager – Alumni Relations. This was followed by a warm welcome address by Dr. Kavita Pathak and Dr. Anupam Saxena

Mr. Somit Chitrey, President – JIMAA, then announced the names of the JIMAA Scholarship 2025 winners — Mr. Aayushman, Ms. Shayasta, and Mr. Shubham, each receiving a scholarship of INR 75,000.

The evening came alive with captivating performances by student members of the cultural team, including a witty skit on corporate nepotism, energetic dance numbers, and melodious singing. Alumni revisited their cherished campus memories, forged new friendships, and relished a delightful dinner together.

The event concluded on a high note, as alumni departed with renewed bonds with each other and the institute — carrying with them the nostalgia and spirit of togetherness that define the Jaipuria family.

Write- up-  Anurag Mohan

Photographs- MRC Team