New Delhi, May 16 -- Dr. P.K. Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, today addressed the 20th Annual Convocation of the National Institute of Bank Management (NIBM) in Pune, Maharashtra. Expressing his delight at joining the ceremony, he warmly congratulated the Batch of 2024-26 and the Gold Medal winners. He emphasized that the graduates are entering the professional world during a pivotal era where banking extends far beyond simple commerce. "Convocation ceremonies are milestones of achievement; but they are also moments of transition," remarked Dr. Mishra.

Reflecting on NIBM's five-decade legacy as the apex banking think-tank, Dr. Mishra highlighted the critical importance of institutional excellence. He noted that while tra...