During the 9th Convocation of the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) in Sambalpur, Dr P K Mishra, principal secretary to the Prime Minister, shared insights on India's path to a $5 trillion economy. Emphasizing PM Modi's vision of 'reform, perform, and transform,' the focus was on uplifting millions from poverty, enhancing infrastructure, ensuring energy security, and promoting digital empowerment. Dr Mishra discussed the challenges facing the global economy and highlighted India's strengths both internally and externally. He mentioned the significance of initiatives like the National Green Hydrogen Mission and stressed the need for trained minds in clean technology and green finance. The speech also covered India's role in global alliances like the International Solar Alliance and the Global Biofuel Alliance. Dr Mishra underlined the importance of aligning skills with industry needs to create quality jobs and the role of programs like Digital India and Skill India in this process. He commended IIM Sambalpur for its commitment to excellence and inclusivity in management education, particularly noting the Entrepreneurship Development Program aimed at Master Weavers in Odisha. Students were encouraged to become leaders who can manage businesses along with values, diversity, and change. The address connected historical and cultural significance to management education, citing the presence of Ma Samaleshwari and Veer Surendra Sai in the region. Overall, the speech outlined a positive outlook on India's future economic growth, emphasizing the importance of innovation, sustainability, and skill development in shaping a prosperous nation.