IIM Lucknow and NIDM to collaborate for enhancing disaster risk reduction

IIM Lucknow signed an MoU with National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM) on 22 June 2026 to foster collaboration and research.

Both the institutions will collaborate in the areas of:

# Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)

# Disaster Financing

# Resilient Infrastructure

# Capacity Building

# Research, and Academic Development

Presence

Prof. Satyabhusan Dash, Dean, Noida Campus, IIM Lucknow, and Col. Vineet Banga, Joint Director, NIDM signed the MoU.

The MoU signing ceremony took place during the inaugural session of the national-level training programmes on Disaster Mitigation Finance & Resilient Infrastructure and Disaster Mitigation & Mitigation Fund, which is being attended by senior government officials and disaster management practitioners from 23 states across India.

 The pact was signed in the presence of Prof. Ashutosh Kumar Sinha, Chairperson (MoU) from IIM Lucknow, Madhup Vyas, Executive Director, Prof. Navneet Kumar, Prof. Amir Ali Khan, and Dr. Preeti Soni, Senior Consultant from NIDM.

Joint expertise

The joint expertise of IIM Lucknow and NIDM is expected to do a lot. 

The proficiency of both the institutions in the areas of  disaster management, management education, leadership, finance, policy and research will pave way for creating innovative solutions for sustainable development.

Research initiatives

Prof. Satyabhusan Dash said this collaboration will aim at promoting disaster resilience through joint research initiatives, and knowledge exchange between the two institutions. 

He emphasised that collective efforts from IIM Lucknow and NIDM's will significantly support informed policymaking for a disaster-resilient India.

Key areas for collaboration

What are the main areas for collaboration under this Memorandum-of-Understanding? They are:

·Capacity-building and training programmes on Disaster Risk Reduction and Disaster Financing for government officials, policymakers, practitioners, and corporate leaders.

·Joint international conferences, symposiums, and academic forums on disaster management, climate resilience, risk governance, and sustainable development.

·Development of joint Certificate, Diploma, Executive Education, Postgraduate, and PhD programmes in disaster risk reduction, disaster financing, and related domains.

·Collaborative research initiatives involving faculty members, researchers, and students from both institutions.

·Organization of academic and professional training programmes, workshops, seminars, and knowledge-sharing platforms.

·Collaboration in training, research, education, extension activities, and policy advocacy to strengthen disaster preparedness and resilience.

Alignment

This collaboration expected to turn into a milestone in mitigating disaster risks and managing them effectively by aligning with Disaster Management Act, 2005, and Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (2015–2030), along with Prime Minister of India’s Ten-Point Agenda on Disaster Risk Reduction and Viksit Bharat @2047 vision.

About IIM Lucknow

Indian Institute of Management Lucknow, established in 1984, is the fourth in the prestigious IIM family of management schools to be established in India after IIM Calcutta, IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Bangalore.

In 2005, IIM Lucknow expanded its area of influence in the realm of management education by becoming the first IIM to set up a satellite campus exclusively for Executive Education at NOIDA in Delhi NCR region.

IIM Lucknow is accredited by AACSB and AMBA while its EQUIS Accreditation is ongoing. 

The institute features in the prestigious FT -100 Top Global Business schools for both the 2-year Flagship PGP program and One-year IPMX Program. 

It is also consistently ranked amongst top business schools in the NIRF Rankings.

IIM Lucknow was the first IIM to start a 2-year full time MBA program in Sustainable Management 8 years back. 

It also has a long-standing full-time MBA program in Agri Business Management. 

Throughout its last 39 years’ journey IIML has touched millions of lives through its academic programs, executive education programs, research and consulting. 

The centres for excellence at IIM Lucknow include the Centre for Public Policy, Centre for Food and Agribusiness Management, Centre for Business Sustainability, Centre for Marketing in Emerging Economies.

They regularly carry out evidence-based research and interventions in public policy and management practice. 

Faculty of IIM Lucknow also feature in top 2% of global scientists for research output and impact.

The alumni of IIM Lucknow now occupy top positions in the world of business, public policy and in several other fields.

Situated in a city known for its cultural heritage, the campus is spread over more than 190 acres of beautifully landscaped area. With its foundation in the city of “Tehzeeb”, IIM Lucknow inculcates human values and professional ethics in the students to help them make a positive impact not just on the nation but on a global platform. IIM Lucknow has an ideal setup conducive to learning, accessibility and excellence.

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