Bhubaneshwar (05.02.2024): Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated permanent campus of Indian Institute of Management, Sambalpur on 3.02.2024 which has been developed by NBCC in the presence of Raghubar Das, Governor, Odisha, Naveen Patnaik, Chief Minister, Odisha, Dharmendra Pradhan, Minister for Education and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister for Railways, Communications and Electronics & Information Technology, Bishweswar Tudu, Minister of State, Ministry of Jal Shakti and Tribal Affairs and other dignitaries.
K P Mahadevaswamy, CMD, NBCC said that the 200 acre IIM, Sambalpur campus with 32 buildings having built-up area of 64,000 sqm has been completed by NBCC with sustainable and energy efficient features within time and cost. Regional Sambalpuri art has been embedded in the architecture of the campus buildings with traditional lkat pattern mapped into the brick facade with remarkable elegance.
IIM Sambalpur, a Beacon of Excellence:
IIM, Sambalpur had assigned NBCC for providing the “Project Management Consultancy” services for this project. NBCC shall also maintain the entire infrastructure facility for the next 2 years. The campus boasts several key blocks including the Administration, Academic, Auditorium, Innovation and Library Block, Faculty and MDP. Accommodation facilities include residence for faculty & staff and hostels for students and scholars. Additional amenities comprise shopping complex, activity block, sports & recreation facilities with an open-air theatre adding to the aesthetic appeal.
The 4-star GRIHA rated sustainable campus follows energy efficient and ecologically sensitive principles of development. Living spaces are 100% day lighted thereby lowering artificial lighting consumption. The treated water from STP is being used for irrigation and flushing. Rooftop photovoltaic solar power plant, solar water heating systems and solar street lights contribute towards lower power consumption.
