BITS Mumbai Campus Inauguration: India on the way to become the third largest economy, says Kumar Mangalam Birla

BITS Mumbai Campus Inauguration: Kumar Mangalam Birla, the Chairman of Aditya Birla Group, expressed during the inauguration of the BITS Mumbai campus, "India is on the path to becoming the third-largest economy." 

He highlighted the significance of this event, stating that it marks a pivotal moment in redefining education, emphasizing the need to explore unconventional domains beyond traditional science and engineering.

Birla commended Prime Minister Modi for garnering global attention and praised Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for her record-breaking achievements and visionary leadership, adeptly navigating both fighter jet sorties and complex financial decisions.

He underscored the vital role of institutions like BITS in shaping India's future, noting their evolution from humble beginnings to now boasting five campuses. Sitharaman echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the pivotal role of skilled youth in India's progress, particularly those emerging from institutions like BITS.

She lauded the contributions of BITS students to India's burgeoning startup ecosystem, citing that alumni have founded over 6400 startups, including 13 unicorns and two decacorns. This collective effort, she emphasized, is driving India's growth and innovation.