Wisdom from Alumni – HR Session

On 26th August 2026, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow, hosted a Wisdom from Alumni session featuring Mr. Nasar Ashraf, an alumnus of the 2013–15 batch and currently working as a Senior HR at RSA Global. The session was organised by the Alumni Relations Committee (ARC) and focused on HR practices, employee management, and real-world workplace challenges.

Mr. Ashraf explained Recruitment and Selection and Competency Mapping, highlighting their importance in identifying and developing the right talent. He also shared the key perspective that “There’s no elimination in HR” and emphasised that “HR don’t hustle, they make people hustle.”

A significant part of the session focused on POSH, which was explained through real-life examples, helping students understand its practical importance in the workplace. He also discussed the challenges HR professionals face while dealing with sensitive situations, including employees who may be violent or suicidal, drawing from his professional experiences.

The session also covered Industrial Relations and Employee Relations, giving students a practical understanding of managing workplace relationships. The session concluded with an emphasis on empathy, adaptability, people management, and practical decision-making in the HR profession.

The interaction witnessed active participation from students and provided valuable practical insights into the realities of working in Human Resources. The session encouraged students to look beyond theoretical concepts and develop the interpersonal and professional skills required to become effective HR professionals.

Write up by- Ms. Manshi Upadhyay & Mr. Harsh-ARC