XLRI Jamshedpur Commences Academic Session 2026 with Multi-Faith Prayer Service
JAMSHEDPUR: XLRI – Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur, formally welcomed the incoming batch of its flagship postgraduate and doctoral programmes through a solemn Prayer Service and Induction Ceremony held at the Tata Auditorium on campus. The event marked the beginning of a transformative academic journey for students joining the Business Management (BM), Human Resource Management (HRM), Logistics and Supply Chain Management (LSCM), Fellow Programme in Management (FPM), and BM International Specialization Programme.
The programme commenced with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp, symbolizing wisdom and the pursuit of knowledge. Readings from the Bhagavad Gita, the Bible, the Guru Granth Sahib, and the Holy Quran reflected XLRI’s deep-rooted commitment to diversity, harmony, and respect for all faiths.
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Diverse Cohort of 441 Students Takes the Solemn XLRI Honour Pledge
The incoming cohort comprises 441 exceptionally talented students across various management programmes. The new batch heavily reflects XLRI’s continued commitment to academic and cultural diversity, bringing together students from varied educational, professional, and geographical backgrounds from across the country and beyond.
As a core part of the ceremony, the students took the prestigious XLRI Honour Pledge. Through this oath, the future leaders reaffirmed their absolute commitment to personal integrity, ethical conduct, respect for diversity, academic honesty, inclusivity, and the relentless pursuit of excellence for the greater common good.
The Spirit of Magis: XLRI drives its students toward the core Jesuit principle of “Magis”—the constant strive for greater excellence and selfless service to others.
Director Sebastian George Stresses Empathy; Dean Sanjay Patro Highlights ‘Magis’
Addressing the gathering, Sebastian George, SJ, Director of XLRI, encouraged the incoming cohort and their parents to embrace the management journey with curiosity, compassion, and a spirit of collaboration. Emphasizing that true leadership is rooted in trust, empathy, and collective growth, he highlighted that human progress has been shaped by the ability to cooperate and learn from one another. He urged students to cultivate values-driven leadership.
Echoing these thoughts, Dean Academics Sanjay Patro marked the occasion as a significant shared milestone celebrating grand dreams and bold ambitions. He urged the new batch to strictly uphold XLRI’s core philosophy of continuous improvement and societal impact.
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Carrying Forward a Seven-Decade Legacy of Responsible Management
The induction programme serves as the essential first step in introducing students to XLRI’s unique culture, academic rigor, and leadership philosophy. Through structured interactions with faculty members, administrators, alumni, and fellow peers, the incoming cohort will gain deep insights into the Institute’s rich history.
For over seven decades, XLRI has remained steadfast in its mission of developing competent, values-driven leaders who combine professional excellence with social consciousness. The ceremony concluded beautifully with the National Anthem, followed by extensive networking interactions among students, parents, and faculty members, perfectly setting the tone for an enriching academic year ahead.
