Prof. Kulbhushan Balooni, Former IIM Kashipur Director, Takes Charge as Vice-Chancellor of Birla Global University

Bhubaneswar: Prof. Kulbhushan Balooni, a distinguished academician with over 25 years of experience with premier education institutions, has recently assumed the position of Vice-Chancellor at the Birla Global University, Bhubaneswar. Possessing a wealth of knowledge from his leadership roles at IIM Kozhikode, IIM Kashipur, and IIM Amritsar, Prof. Balooni brings unmatched experience & expertise in academic administration, research, and building institutional brands.

Birla Global University is led by Smt. Jayashree Mohta, Chairperson of the Birla Academy of Art & Culture, is highly recognized for her significant contributions to higher education in India. The university is governed by a Board of Governors, with the Honorable Governor of Odisha serving as its Chancellor. The University aims to redefine quality education with state-of-the-art infrastructure, top-notch faculty, and a commitment to nurturing future-ready professionals.

Prof. Kulbhushan Balooni is renowned for his transdisciplinary research on environmental sustainability, development policy, and social entrepreneurship. Prof. Balooni was one of the founding faculty members to join IIM Kozhikode at its inception during the academic year 1997–1998, where he played a significant role in the institution building. He was appointed Director (In-charge) of IIM Kozhikode from 2014-2018, where he played a crucial role in leading entrepreneurship and research activities.