SAIL-MTI and IIM Jammu Sign MoU to Foster Future-Ready Leadership

Current Context: On 29 Sept 2025, Steel Authority of India Limited – Management Training Institute (SAIL‑MTI) and the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu signed an MoU at SAIL Ispat Bhawan, New Delhi.

• The pact aims to foster future‑ready leadership through executive education, research, consultancy, and case study development.
• It covers management development programmes, faculty exchange, joint research, internships, and industry visits.
• The MoU was signed by Sanjay Dhar (SAIL‑MTI) and Cmdr Kesavan Baskkaran (IIM Jammu) in the presence of senior officials.
• The collaboration reflects SAIL’s commitment to continuous learning and IIM Jammu’s mission of leadership excellence.

Question:

Q.1 What is the primary objective of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between Steel Authority of India Limited – Management Training Institute (SAIL‑MTI) and Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu?
a) Digital transformation of the steel industry
b) Fostering future-ready leadership
c) Establishing a joint research centre in metallurgy
d) Expansion of steel exports

Answer: b) The MoU focuses on fostering future‑ready leadership through executive education, research, consultancy, and case study development.