Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Ranchi wins Cummins India’s Flagship B-school case study competition REDEFINE 2025 | Pune News – The Times of India
PUNE: The Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Ranchi, has emerged victorious in Cummins India’s prestigious annual B-school case study competition, REDEFINE 2025. The competition, which concluded recently, saw IIM Ranchi’s Team Crow clinching the top spot among a highly competitive field.
About the Competition
REDEFINE 2025 is Cummins India’s flagship case study competition designed to challenge students from top business schools across the country. This year marked the eighth edition of the event, which encouraged participants to explore innovative and sustainable models addressing critical challenges in the energy sector.
Theme and Participation
The theme for this year’s competition was “From Backup to Backbone: Driving the Energy Shift.” This theme prompted participants to think creatively about solutions that could transform the energy landscape. A remarkable 6,453 students participated, forming 2,151 teams from 19 premier B-schools across India.
Finalists and Event Highlights
After several competitive rounds, six finalist teams advanced to the grand finale held at the Cummins India Office Campus in Pune. The finalists included:
- GASx3 from the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, Delhi
- Dynamic Dreamers from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Shillong
- Crow from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Ranchi
- Visioners from the Indian School of Business, Mohali
- Team 7 from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Tiruchirappalli
- Ninja Turtles from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Lucknow
The two-day finale was not only a platform for showcasing innovative ideas but also featured engaging leadership sessions, networking opportunities, and guided tours of Cummins Technical Center India (CTCI) and Kothrud Engine Plant (KEP).
Evaluation and Awards
The competition culminated in a jury evaluation and a live voting session by Cummins employees. Team Crow from IIM Ranchi was awarded the coveted winner’s trophy along with a cash prize. Additionally, Team Visioners from the Indian School of Business, Mohali, secured the runner-up position.
Social Media Contest
In a fun twist, all finalist teams participated in a social media contest where they created short, engaging team introduction videos uploaded on LinkedIn. Team Crow achieved the highest engagement for their video and was declared the winner of this contest as well.
Statements from Cummins Leaders
Following the event, Anupama Kaul, Human Resources Leader at Cummins India, expressed her pride in the participants. She stated, “REDEFINE celebrates the power of young minds to challenge conventions and think beyond boundaries. I am incredibly proud of the talent, creativity, and problem-solving spirit demonstrated by the participants. Their ideas are bold, practical, and rooted in purpose and responsibility.”
Subramanian Chidambaran, Chief Strategy Officer at Cummins India, added, “Each year, REDEFINE offers us a front-row view into how the next generation bridges real-world challenges with academic excellence. This year, participants displayed remarkable strategic thinking and a nuanced understanding of how to build a resilient, future-ready business model.”
Conclusion
The success of IIM Ranchi in the REDEFINE 2025 competition not only highlights the institution’s commitment to fostering innovative thinking but also underscores the importance of engaging with real-world challenges in the energy sector. As young minds continue to explore and develop sustainable solutions, the future of energy looks promising.
Note: This article is based on information from The Times of India and aims to provide an overview of the recent achievements of IIM Ranchi in the context of the REDEFINE 2025 competition.
