While NEET UG 2020 is supposed to be conducted 13 September, JEE Mains 2020 is to be held from 1 to 6 September.

Even as the debate over conducting NEET 2020 and JEE Mains 2020 continues, over 17 lakh candidates are said to have downloaded hall-tickets for the exams.

Again on Thursday (27 August), Union Education Ministry sources said there will be no rethink on the dates for conducting NEET 2020 and JEE Mains 2020.

Union Education Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank said the decision to conduct the exams in September was taken after encountering good deal of pressure from parents and students.

He said over 17 lakh candidates have downloaded the hall-tickets and this shows that students want the exams to be conducted.

We have received mails from students who are in favour of conducting the exams as they have been preparing for the exams for the last two to three years.

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The supreme court also dismissed a plea filed demanding the postponement of NEET 2020 and JEE Mains 2020. However, things still refuse to be on the side of the decision to conduct exams in September.

Conflict being witnessed currently between the groups who want NEET 2020 and JEE Mains 2020 to be conducted and not to be conducted has its reasons more than four months ago.

It was during the end of March this year that nation underwent a lockdown to regulate the spread of corona virus.

While everyone thought that lockdown will continue for a short period and then end, it got extended for more than three months.

This did not leave any room for conducting the exams. Both education and employment related exams got postponed.

Many still feel, chances for contracting infection may be still high if exams are conducted at this juncture. It is amidst this clash that IIT Delhi director V. Ramgopal Rao opined postponement of NEET 2020 and JEE Mains 2020 could have serious repurcussions.

There will not only be repurcussions on academic calendar of engineering and medical colleges but also on career of many bright students.

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He said students must trust the institutions, strictly follow safety guidelines and then take the entrance tests.

There is no dearth of educationists who take this view. T. Janardhanan, a retired class 12 teacher and NEET coach citing the example of Kerala he said, when the state government could conduct successfully 12th, 10th and entrance exams for engineering and medicine, there is no reason why NEET 2020 and JEE Mains 2020 cannot be conducted, he said.

However, Punjab Congress Chief took a different view. Congress Chief Sunil Jakhar said the government at the centre was playing with the lives of the innocent students by being adamant on conducting NEET 2020 and JEE Mains 2020.

What adds more to the speculation is the decision made by Chief Ministers of opposition parties at a virtual meeting organised by Sonia Gandhi.

Sources say, Chief Ministers of opposition parties have decided to move the nation’s top court seeking postponement of NEET 2020 and JEE Mains 2020.

The flood like situation prevailing in certain states coupled with lack of access to transport system may make reaching exam centres late, owing to factors like these, postponement is being sought.

While only time can tell as to what will happen with regards to NEET 2020 and JEE Mains 2020, one can pray for the situation to improve so that students who are working hard do not fall into problems.

This study highlights how entrepreneurs driven by sustainability navigate the complexities of aligning economic objectives with broader societal and environmental goals, even under the pressure to prioritize profit alone, say sources from IIM Lucknow.

Values

The research emphasises how sustainability-oriented values in founders drive Sustainable Business Model Innovation (SBMI), say sources from IIM Lucknow.

This ripple effect fosters a larger ecosystem of sustainable businesses, redefining success to include positive contributions to environmental and social well-being alongside profitability.

Research

Prof. Krishna Chandra Balodi, Strategic Management, IIM Lucknow spoke about the research.

Our research illustrates the transformative influence of founders’ sustainability values on business models that address pressing global challenges, said Prof Krishna of IIM Lucknow.

These entrepreneurs redefine success by integrating their principles into their ventures, striking a balance between profit and meaningful environmental and social impact, he said.

Suscom

The research centers on “Suscom,” a startup renowned for its sustainable practices. By delving deeply into Suscom’s operations, the study revealed that the founders’ values permeate every facet of the business—from product innovation to strategic partnerships.

These values are rooted in a blend of influences, such as family upbringing, sustainability-focused education, and early career experiences with non-profits advocating for environmental and social causes, say sources from IIM Lucknow.

Attention

The research also brings attention to the unique challenges faced by sustainable startups, such as:

Recruiting employees with a sustainability mindset: Building a workforce aligned with the company’s goals.

Eco-friendly sourcing: Procuring sustainable raw materials.

Green logistics: Finding partners who offer environmentally friendly logistics solutions.

Collaborative partnerships: Working with like-minded stakeholders.

Innovative strategies: Developing creative, low-tech production methods that minimise energy consumption and environmental impact.

Standout findings

One of the standout findings is Suscom’s use of traditional and indigenous techniques to reduce energy consumption.

These methods not only align with global decarbonisation efforts but also present an eco-friendly alternative to high-energy industrial processes, say sources from IIM Lucknow.

Significance

As businesses worldwide face mounting pressure to address sustainability and climate change, this research underscores the significance of value-driven leadership, say sources from IIM Lucknow.

It serves as a beacon for entrepreneurs to adopt sustainable practices that not only ensure financial viability but also contribute meaningfully to societal and environmental progress, say sources from IIM Lucknow.

Personal values

By offering valuable insights into how personal values can catalyse sustainable innovation, the study reinforces the need for business leaders to think beyond profits and prioritise long-term, equitable growth.

In 2005, IIM Lucknow expanded its area of influence in the realm of management education by becoming the first IIM to set up a satellite campus exclusively for Executive Education at NOIDA in Delhi NCR region.

IIM Lucknow is accredited by AACSB and AMBA while its EQUIS Accreditation is ongoing. The institute features in the prestigious FT -100 Top Global Business schools for both the 2-year Flagship PGP program and One-year IPMX Program.

It is also consistently ranked amongst top business schools in the NIRF Rankings. IIM Lucknow was the first IIM to start a 2-year full time MBA program in Sustainable Management 10 years back. It also has a long-standing full-time MBA program in Agri Business Management.

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