The fact that I hail from Kolkata in West Bengal can give someone a clear idea of some of the major events round the year that can dominate the life of a Bengali. We love our food, we love shopping and celebrations and what is a bigger culmination of all the above than Durga Puja celebrations! I fondly remember the 10 year old me eagerly waiting for that time of the year so that I could shop my heart out at Pantaloons. I grew up. But even now I am in love with life and in love with fashion and Pantaloons my preferred destination for shopping.
Soon from School it was time to start the new journey of College and the thrills and uncertainties it might had to offer. But the comfort and assurance of my Allen Solly tees and Peter England formals made sure I made it through engineering with flying colours.
The next adventure-‘Work-life’ came calling. I got placed in a construction firm. Site visits were synonymous with the makeshift UltraTech cement sack benches which ensured that we had a place to sit and relax after a long day, while the Cement itself ensured that our projects were built to last. No wonder it is always ‘the Engineer’s Choice’.
In a bid to diversify, like the Group itself does, I decided to pursue higher education and see if I could learn what an MBA life had to teach. And it has just started. I just got inducted as a ‘Crow’ of IIM, Ranchi. But my Louis Phillipe business formals make me feel I am ready for the challenges that will come my way and my Vodafone Idea network connection always by my side to provide all the support I need from friends and family.
That might make you wonder, how would have life been without the Aditya Birla Group always there to ensure you have the best services whenever need be.
Part-B
However the journey to get inducted as a Crow was no bed of roses.
Working as an engineer in the construction sector in Mumbai had its own share of trials and tribulations.
Fresh out of the comforts and fun of engineering hostel life, negotiating my way on board the packed local trains on an hour long journey to my office was a challenge in itself.
Then came the hot and humid weather Mumbai tends to have round the year (except the monsoons months, they are really comfortable albeit inconvenient for travel!). It can be punishing to switch in and out of the Air Conditioned office space to the microwave of a construction site. Some days you might feel like it might be better to go back to the comfort of your hometown.
However being an NCC Cadet who had made it to the Republic Day 2017 and Youth Exchange Program to Kazakhstan, the ‘Never Quit’ attitude simply becomes an intrinsic part of you. During the grueling camp days when you saw fellow cadets around you not quitting no matter how hard the PT and drill sessions became, you ask yourself what excuses have I?
The resilience and adaptability NCC imbibed in me helped me overcome all challenges my work-life had to offer. I could manage all the responsibilities entrusted upon me and simultaneously clear the CAT exam which has led to this day, being a part of the IIM Ranchi family as a true Crow.
Again during my stint in Mumbai, Freshwrapp was there to make sure no matter what the weather conditions were, my lunch remained fresh and I could contribute my maximum! No wonder again that the Aditya Birla Group has always been there in all circumstances to take us Indians and thereby India to the World!
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Tania Chadah
Tania Chadah MBA student at Indian Institute of Management, Ranchi
Really engaging.
16 Jul 2019, 09.18 PM
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Sugata Mukherjee
First year MBA student at IIM, Ranchi with a knack for creating things. That explains my job experience in the Construction Sector and hobbies of Sketching Portraits and Poetry!
Thank you so much!
19 Jul 2019, 01.37 PM |
AYUSHI VERMA
My own kind of weird.
/amazing
19 Jul 2019, 04.01 PM
Rahul Roy
Rahul Roy - Current MBA Student of PGP - 2019-21 Batch at Indian Institute of Management, Ranchi. Loves to play football, loves photography and music
Beautifully written.
19 Jul 2019, 04.04 PM
Shefali Jaiswal
Small town, super enthusiastic girl. In the world to achieve 2 Gs- Goal and Glow!
Amazing Sugata!
19 Jul 2019, 05.32 PM
Rohan Chowdhury
Rohan Chowdhury is currently a MBA candidate (batch of 2019-21) at Indian Institute of Management, Ranchi. He did his graduation in commerce from St. Xavier's College, Kolkata with specialisation in Marketing management. Rohan has special interests in marketing and will pursue a career in the marketing and sales field.
Well articulated
19 Jul 2019, 05.38 PM
SRINIVAS NANDIKANTI
Currently pursuing MBA from Indian Institute of Management, Ranchi. Experienced Representative with a demonstrated history of working in the Crushing & Screening industry. Skilled in Product - Management, Development, Application & Training. Strong professional with a Bachelor's degree focused in Mining Machinery Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad
Well written!
19 Jul 2019, 06.03 PM
Uttiya Koley
Uttiya Koley, IIM Ranchi
A Good Read...
19 Jul 2019, 11.31 PM
Vishal Agrawal
Enthusiast about knowledge. Seldom indulges in sketching. Shopaholic.
Nice article.
20 Jul 2019, 12.01 AM
Ameya Gabale
First Year MBA student at IIM Ranchi aspiring to take India to the world!
Nice work!
20 Jul 2019, 12.16 AM
Priyadarshini Purkayastha
I am the person who looks back at every moment and tries to find the fun in it so that my mind can recall it as a pleasant memory. A little bit of happiness, forgivingness, and optimism is what this world needs and I am doing my part to try and make a positive change.
Well written
20 Jul 2019, 10.48 AM
ANKITA SINHA
I am an Open book that any strange person can read also .I am Devoted towards everything around me whom i like no matter if its real, virtual or spiritual.”
Nice Article
20 Jul 2019, 10.51 AM
T Manikanta
I am an Avid Reader, Public Speaker, and a Marketing Enthusiast. As an optimist, I always kept learning from the challenges and treasured all the lessons that life had taught me. As a firm believer in actions than words, I respond rather than reacting to situations. Openness to feedback and willing to improvise keeps me going and I love the same in person I interact with. After BE from Osmania University, I've worked with Wells Fargo as a Quality Assurance Analyst for 3 years. Currently, I am pursuing MBA from IIM Ranchi and would love to explore the opportunities that come along my way.
Truly inspirational and engaging. Keep up the good work Sugata :)
20 Jul 2019, 11.36 AM
Aman Srivastava
Introvert Most of the time WEIRD
Nice one
20 Jul 2019, 12.26 PM
Vineetha Guntupalli
Current student at IIM Ranchi (2019-21 batch). Electronics and Communication Engineer with an experience of 36 months at Tata Consultancy Services
Nice Article
20 Jul 2019, 12.28 PM
Konari Chandra mouli
Just another human being who wants to be better than he was the previous day. A regular guy next door who has colorful dreams and always on the look out for opportunities to make them true.
Beautiful!
20 Jul 2019, 12.30 PM
Sauvanik Roy
Sports enthusiast. Yearning for knowledge. Takes it as it comes.
Good read!
20 Jul 2019, 12.31 PM
Mohammad Masood
Nice article
20 Jul 2019, 12.31 PM
Abhishek Raiwani
Keeping up with the century, except when it comes to books. A techie at heart, pursuing MBA.
Nice one Sugata !
20 Jul 2019, 12.33 PM
Puneet Pasari
CA. CS Executive.
Engrossing!
20 Jul 2019, 12.33 PM
Siddharth Kumar
My name is Siddharth Kumar and I am thankful to Aditya Birla Group to give me an opportunity to express my story of getting into IIM Ranchi.I am a huge football fan and am always looking forward to learn and experience new things in life.
Good work
20 Jul 2019, 12.35 PM
Atul Tiwari
MBA student at IIM Ranchi(2019-21). Traveller, intraday trader and I love to follow the stock market
Great!
20 Jul 2019, 12.35 PM
Jaswanth Kumar
Great article.
20 Jul 2019, 12.35 PM
ATAL KISHORE SHARMA
Pursuing MBA from the Indian Institute of Management Ranchi, batch of 2019-21.
Nice read
20 Jul 2019, 12.41 PM
Deep Shikha
Deep Shikha is a first year student of the MBA program at the Indian Institute of Management, Ranchi. Coming from the humble city of Jamshedpur, she is one of the many dreamers who wishes to make it big.
Well written article
20 Jul 2019, 12.41 PM
Ankit Saharia
A thoughtful person with a deep well of experience which speaks louder than words.
Great Article!
20 Jul 2019, 12.44 PM
Sheereen Kerketta
The sophisticated creator who dissolves in the artistic aesthetic of imagination and creation and portrays it into a layman's language.
Nice work
20 Jul 2019, 12.45 PM
Yamini chawda
Self believer
Well written
20 Jul 2019, 12.46 PM
Riya Handique
Ambivert with a happy-go-lucky attitude and a taste in writing prose-poetry during my free hours!
Great work!
20 Jul 2019, 12.49 PM
Arun G R
Arun G R Pursuing MBA at IIM, Ranchi (2019-21)
Engaging Journey!
20 Jul 2019, 12.53 PM
Madhav Khandelwal
A young outlier who seeks purpose to his life. Also someone who binge-watches movies and shows at every opportunity he gets.
well put
20 Jul 2019, 12.57 PM
Latika Bhutani
Latika Bhutani MBA 2021 IIM Ranchi
Nice work
20 Jul 2019, 12.57 PM
MONIKA BAHETI
An avid learner. Currently pursuing MBA from IIM Ranchi.
Nice article!
20 Jul 2019, 12.57 PM
Gopi SIRIPURAPU
Gopi Siripurapu,persuing MBA at IIM Ranchi
good one
20 Jul 2019, 01.03 PM
Sanjeev Kumar
I LOVE SPENDING TIME WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY. I LOVE TO LISTEN MUSIC TOO.
nice
20 Jul 2019, 01.07 PM
Rahul Kumar Yadav
No matter how big or small the problem is, I always treat all issues as an opportunity to learn something new and prepare myself to deal with upcoming challenges tactfully and give best of my performance.
Nice work
20 Jul 2019, 01.19 PM
Aishwarya Singh
Aishwarya Singh , Indian Institute of Management Ranchi
Well written
20 Jul 2019, 01.21 PM
Jeyakumar Aarthy
Nice
20 Jul 2019, 01.46 PM
Gyana Ranjan
Dreams do come true.. Sports Enthusiast, Cricket Love..
Well Written
20 Jul 2019, 01.48 PM
Pawan Kumar Agrawal
Great article!
20 Jul 2019, 01.54 PM
Aritra Chatterjee
Aritra Chatterjee is an MBA student of IIM Ranchi with 3 years of work experience in PwC. Aritra likes to read and watch football in his free time.
Interesting Read!
20 Jul 2019, 01.55 PM
PRASUN PRABHAT
An enthusiastic team player pursuing MBA from IIM Ranchi
great piece!
20 Jul 2019, 03.15 PM
Sukriti Uniyal
I am Sukriti Uniyal, student of IIM Ranchi (Batch 2019-21).
Nice work
20 Jul 2019, 06.09 PM