Sambalpur: In a stunning example of grit and passion, a retired atomic scientist Dr. Girish Mohan Gupta has secured an MBA degree at the ripe age of 84. Dr. Gupta was awarded his certificate by Dr. Pramod Kumar Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, in the convocation ceremony of IIM Sambalpur. Having retired as a senior scientist from the Atomic Research Centre, Dr. Gupta joined IIM Sambalpur’s special MBA program for professionals in 2023. He attended classes at IIM’s New Delhi study center on a regular basis and had the best attendance in the 2023 MBA batch. Dr. Gupta’s passion for learning is reflected in his academic success, having already acquired two doctorate degrees in separate subjects. Now, he is set to study for a PhD in Management, showing that age is not a hindrance to learning.
84-year-old atomic scientist earns MBA degree from IIM Sambalpur
