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Navya Naveli Nanda, granddaughter of the iconic Bollywood legends Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan, has embarked on a momentous academic venture by enrolling at the prestigious Indian Institute of Management (IIM) in Ahmedabad.
She will be undertaking the distinguished Blended Post Graduate Programme (BPGP) MBA over the next two years. This significant milestone has attracted considerable attention and ignited vibrant discussions across social media platforms.
Navya Naveli Nanda’s admission to the prestigious Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad has sparked considerable debate. Following her announcement on social media, some critics have raised concerns about the validity of the Blended Post Graduate Programme (BPGP) MBA, questioning its equivalence to a traditional MBA. Additionally, there has been speculation about whether her admission might have been influenced by her prominent family background.
In response to the recent discussions about Navya Naveli Nanda’s admission to IIM Ahmedabad, Promila Agarwal, an associate professor at the institution, addressed the matter on X (formerly Twitter).
Agarwal highlighted Navya’s impressive credentials, noting that CAT scores are not always required for admission. She commended all students for their bravery in undertaking the demanding program and humorously added that she looks forward to seeing Navya's posts about the challenges of life at IIM-A, just like any other student.
