In a dynamic initiative to blend academic learning with real-world exposure, 56 MBA students from KLS Institute of Management Education and Research (IMER), Belagavi, undertook a seven-day industrial and cultural visit to Gujarat and Rajasthan. The visit was accompanied by faculty members Dr. Sushil Kumar Pare, Prof. Rashmi Y. Harti, Prof. Rahul Mailcontractor, and Mrs. Sushma Rawoot.

The visit commenced at Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, where students explored the iconic Statue of Unity, its museum, zoological park, Valley of Flowers, and the Sardar Sarovar Dam—gaining insights into India’s infrastructural and ecological marvels.

In Ahmedabad, students toured the Amul Factory, witnessing firsthand the processing, packaging, and logistics of one of India’s most trusted dairy brands. The visit to the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) offered valuable understanding of government-led quality assurance mechanisms and innovations in India’s dairy sector.

The group also visited the majestic Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple in Gandhinagar and the Atal Foot Bridge on the Sabarmati Riverfront, appreciating the architectural brilliance and urban development of the region.

In Rajasthan, the itinerary included heritage sites such as the Hutheesing Jain Temple, Saheliyon Ki Bari, Fateh Sagar Lake, and the regal City Palace of Udaipur—providing students with a rich cultural perspective and historical context.

This immersive experience enabled students to:

Understand large-scale operations and supply chain dynamics in the dairy industry

Appreciate the integration of heritage, sustainability, and tourism in regional development

Strengthen team-building, observational, and analytical skills through experiential learning

The visit exemplifies KLS IMER’s commitment to holistic education, bridging classroom concepts with industry realities and cultural appreciation.

Director Dr. Arif Shaikh emphasized that the tour enriched student’s perspectives on global business practices, service excellence, and cross-cultural management, aligning with KLS IMER’s vision of creating industry-ready management professionals. Shri R. S. Mutalik, Chairman-Governing Council, KLS IMER, expressed satisfaction at the successful conduct of the tour and congratulated the faculty and students for making the most of this National learning opportunity.