IMMA–IIM Ahmedabad

Transformative IMMA–IIM Ahmedabad Next Gen Leaders Programme

IMMA–IIM Ahmedabad

Pravin Shinde – SAR Agro Industries Private Limited Selected to Join Inaugural Cohort of IMMA–IIM Ahmedabad Next Gen Leaders Programme 

Ahmedabad, 27th May to 31st May: Pravin Shinde, CEO of SAR Agro Industries Pvt. Ltd., has been selected to participate in the inaugural IMMA–IIM Ahmedabad Next Gen Leaders Programme—a prestigious initiative designed for emerging leaders from member companies of the Indian Micro-Fertilizers Manufacturers Association (IMMA). 

This landmark program, held from May 27 to 31, 2025, is a part of IMMA’s ongoing knowledge sharing and fellowship initiatives, in collaboration with IMMA–IIM Ahmedabad, one of India’s premier business schools. The program is specially tailored to equip young entrepreneurs, departmental heads, and CXOs from IMMA member companies with future-ready skills and leadership capabilities. 

Founded to represent and support the micro-fertilizers industry in India, IMMA–IIM Ahmedabad plays a pivotal role in policy advocacy, innovation, and capacity-building within the sector. With this new initiative, the association continues its commitment to nurturing talent and preparing the next generation of leaders to meet the challenges and opportunities of a rapidly evolving agribusiness landscape. 

The IMMA–IIM Ahmedabad Next Gen Leaders Programme features cutting-edge content that spans: 
  • Preparing for International Trade and Global Connections 
  • Becoming ‘World-Class’ Made-in-India Companies 
  • Branding and Marketing Communication – Made for the World 
  • Leadership as Next Gen Leaders 
  • Strategy and Business Development Skills 
  • Digital Transformation 
  • Building Supply Chain Excellence 

The objective of the program is to empower next-gen leaders with the tools, insights, and mindset required to lead sustainable, innovative, and growth-oriented organizations. 

Dr. Rahul Mirchandani, President of IMMA, remarked: 


“As the micro-fertilizers industry gears up for global competitiveness and transformative growth, investing in next-gen leadership is a strategic imperative. This partnership with IIM Ahmedabad enables us to build a powerful pipeline of future-ready leaders who will drive innovation, sustainability, and global outreach for our member companies.” 

Pravin Shinde, CEO of SAR Agro Industries Pvt. Ltd expressed enthusiasm about the opportunity, stating: 

“I am honoured to be part of this elite program and look forward to gaining insights that will help us contribute meaningfully to our organization and the broader micro-fertilizers industry.”