Correspondence sent to:
Mr. M.V.D. Nair
Asstt. Educational Adviser (Tech.)
Ministry of Education
Government of India
New Delhi

Correspondence sent from:
Krishna Mohan
Director
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Topic:
Parliament Question Compliance

Description:Acknowledgement letter (29 April 1967) of Ministry letter No.P.28-3/67-T.1 regarding authenticity of parliamentary question responses from autonomous organizations. Confirms institutional compliance with documentation requirements. Includes internal circulation note to Administrator, PGP Director and Accounts Officer for information and return. Demonstrates protocol adherence during government accountability processes.

Correspondence sent to:
Mr. M.V.D. Nair
Asstt. Educational Adviser (Tech.)
Ministry of Education
Government of India
New Delhi

Correspondence sent from:
Krishna Mohan
Director
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Topic:
Parliament Question Compliance

Description:Acknowledgement letter (29 April 1967) of Ministry letter No.P.28-3/67-T.1 regarding authenticity of parliamentary question responses from autonomous organizations. Confirms institutional compliance with documentation requirements. Includes internal circulation note to Administrator, PGP Director and Accounts Officer for information and return. Demonstrates protocol adherence during government accountability processes.

Correspondence sent to:
Multiple Recipients:
1. Central Hindi Directorate
2. National Fitness Corps
3. CSIR
4. School of Planning & Architecture
5. Bal Bhavan
6. IIM Calcutta
7. Kendriya Sanskrit Vidyapeeth

Correspondence sent from:
N.S. Rangaswamy
Section Officer
Ministry of Education
Government of India
New Delhi

Topic:
Parliament Question Follow-up

Description:Urgent parliamentary query follow-up (Ref: No.7.3-92/67-CDN dated 20 December 1967) regarding retired ICS officers. Requests expedited response to earlier letter (28 November 1967) from listed institutions including IIM Calcutta. Concerns Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No.146 (22.11.1967 by Shri Baburao Patel). Marked "MOST IMMEDIATE" priority for parliamentary compliance.

Correspondence sent to:
Multiple Recipients:
1. Central Hindi Directorate
2. National Fitness Corps
3. CSIR
4. School of Planning & Architecture
5. Bal Bhavan
6. IIM Calcutta
7. Kendriya Sanskrit Vidyapeeth

Correspondence sent from:
N.S. Rangaswamy
Section Officer
Ministry of Education
Government of India
New Delhi

Topic:
Parliament Question Follow-up

Description:Urgent parliamentary query follow-up (Ref: No.7.3-92/67-CDN dated 20 December 1967) regarding retired ICS officers. Requests expedited response to earlier letter (28 November 1967) from listed institutions including IIM Calcutta. Concerns Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No.146 (22.11.1967 by Shri Baburao Patel). Marked "MOST IMMEDIATE" priority for parliamentary compliance.

Correspondence sent to:
Dr. Krishna Mohan
Director
data-end="75" />Indian Institute of Management
56-A Barrackpore Trunk Road
Calcutta-50

Correspondence sent from:
G.N. Vaswani
Deputy Educational Adviser (T)
Ministry of Education
Government of India
New Delhi

Topic:
Parliament Question Preparation

Description:Urgent request (D.O.No.F.9-5/67 T.5) for parliamentary question preparation regarding IIM Calcutta's operations. Requires draft reply and supporting documents by 20 July 1967 for 28.7.67 parliamentary session. Seeks comprehensive data on: (1) Year-wise government grants, (2) Ford Foundation assistance (experts/training/equipment), (3) Industry/trade union engagement (nominations/seminars/guest faculty), (4) Institutional review timeline, and (5) Current Board membership. Marked "Immediate" with Parliament Question reference 12011-001879. Demonstrates government accountability requirements during IIM's formative years.

Correspondence sent to:
Dr. Krishna Mohan
Director
data-end="75" />Indian Institute of Management
56-A Barrackpore Trunk Road
Calcutta-50

Correspondence sent from:
G.N. Vaswani
Deputy Educational Adviser (T)
Ministry of Education
Government of India
New Delhi

Topic:
Parliament Question Preparation

Description:Urgent request (D.O.No.F.9-5/67 T.5) for parliamentary question preparation regarding IIM Calcutta's operations. Requires draft reply and supporting documents by 20 July 1967 for 28.7.67 parliamentary session. Seeks comprehensive data on: (1) Year-wise government grants, (2) Ford Foundation assistance (experts/training/equipment), (3) Industry/trade union engagement (nominations/seminars/guest faculty), (4) Institutional review timeline, and (5) Current Board membership. Marked "Immediate" with Parliament Question reference 12011-001879. Demonstrates government accountability requirements during IIM's formative years.

Correspondence sent to:
Mr. G.N. Vaswani
Deputy Educational Adviser (T)
Ministry of Education
Government of India
New Delhi

Correspondence sent from:
Krishna Mohan
Director
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Topic:
Comprehensive Response to Parliamentary Query

Description:Completes response to D.O. letter No. P.9-5/67 2.6 (14 July 1967) with institutional engagement details. Documents extensive public sector involvement through: (1) Training program participation lists (public sector organizations and government educational/research institutions), (2) Consultancy projects from government/public sector bodies, (3) Trade union participation (1965 and current programs with brochure). References upcoming visit by Mr. Indrajit Gupta (22 July 1967) and seeks comparative information about IIM Ahmedabad. Enclosures demonstrate the Institute's national service mandate through quantitative participation data across sectors, supplementing earlier financial disclosures.

Correspondence sent to:
Mr. G.N. Vaswani
Deputy Educational Adviser (T)
Ministry of Education
Government of India
New Delhi

Correspondence sent from:
Krishna Mohan
Director
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Topic:
Comprehensive Response to Parliamentary Query

Description:Completes response to D.O. letter No. P.9-5/67 2.6 (14 July 1967) with institutional engagement details. Documents extensive public sector involvement through: (1) Training program participation lists (public sector organizations and government educational/research institutions), (2) Consultancy projects from government/public sector bodies, (3) Trade union participation (1965 and current programs with brochure). References upcoming visit by Mr. Indrajit Gupta (22 July 1967) and seeks comparative information about IIM Ahmedabad. Enclosures demonstrate the Institute's national service mandate through quantitative participation data across sectors, supplementing earlier financial disclosures.

Correspondence sent to:
Dr. Krishna Mohan
Director
data-end="75" />Indian Institute of Management
Emerald Bower, 56-A Barrackpore Trunk Road
Calcutta-50

Correspondence sent from:
P.N. Kirpal
Secretary
Ministry of Education
Government of India
New Delhi

Topic:
Parliamentary Reporting Compliance

Description:Issues strict directive (Ref: No.F.20-1/67-P.U.) regarding timely submission of Annual Reports and Audited Accounts to Parliament. References parliamentary criticism of 1964-65 report's April 1967 submission. Mandates September 1967 deadline for 1966-67 reports to enable December tabling. Requires personal Director oversight and delay explanations. Bilingual letterhead emphasizes ministerial urgency during accountability reforms.

Correspondence sent to:
Dr. Krishna Mohan
Director
data-end="75" />Indian Institute of Management
Emerald Bower, 56-A Barrackpore Trunk Road
Calcutta-50

Correspondence sent from:
P.N. Kirpal
Secretary
Ministry of Education
Government of India
New Delhi

Topic:
Parliamentary Reporting Compliance

Description:Issues strict directive (Ref: No.F.20-1/67-P.U.) regarding timely submission of Annual Reports and Audited Accounts to Parliament. References parliamentary criticism of 1964-65 report's April 1967 submission. Mandates September 1967 deadline for 1966-67 reports to enable December tabling. Requires personal Director oversight and delay explanations. Bilingual letterhead emphasizes ministerial urgency during accountability reforms.

Correspondence sent to:
Shri Kharaiti Ram
Section Officer data-start="72" data-end="75" />Ministry of Education
Government of India
NEW DELHI

Correspondence sent from:
M. Krishnaswamy
Administrator
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Topic:
Request for Pay Scale Information

Description:Official request (Ref: 012/12/ADM/448/67 dated 3 December 1967/Agrahan 12,1889) for compensation data from Pay Research Unit. References Finance Ministry OM No.F.4/1/67-PRU (9 August 1967), seeking pay scales and allowances for: (1) Officer posts, (2) Non-ministerial workers, (3) Ministerial staff in Central Public Sector Undertakings. Copies Director for institutional benchmarking during compensation structure review.

Correspondence sent to:
Shri Kharaiti Ram
Section Officer data-start="72" data-end="75" />Ministry of Education
Government of India
NEW DELHI

Correspondence sent from:
M. Krishnaswamy
Administrator
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Topic:
Request for Pay Scale Information

Description:Official request (Ref: 012/12/ADM/448/67 dated 3 December 1967/Agrahan 12,1889) for compensation data from Pay Research Unit. References Finance Ministry OM No.F.4/1/67-PRU (9 August 1967), seeking pay scales and allowances for: (1) Officer posts, (2) Non-ministerial workers, (3) Ministerial staff in Central Public Sector Undertakings. Copies Director for institutional benchmarking during compensation structure review.

Correspondence sent to:
Shri Rajendra Narain
Under Secretary data-start="72" data-end="75" />Ministry of Education
Government of India
New Delhi

Correspondence sent from:
M. Krishnaswamy
Administrator
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Topic:
Pay Scale Information Submission

Description:Official response (Ref: 012/12/ADM/464/67 dated 12 December 1967) to Ministry letter No.P.12-114/66-CDN (16.11.1967) regarding compensation data collection. Submits updated cadre information with revised pay scales in duplicate statement. References prior submission (letter No.012/12/ADM/531/66 dated 10 October 1966) and indicates new additions since original report.

Correspondence sent to:
Shri Rajendra Narain
Under Secretary data-start="72" data-end="75" />Ministry of Education
Government of India
New Delhi

Correspondence sent from:
M. Krishnaswamy
Administrator
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Topic:
Pay Scale Information Submission

Description:Official response (Ref: 012/12/ADM/464/67 dated 12 December 1967) to Ministry letter No.P.12-114/66-CDN (16.11.1967) regarding compensation data collection. Submits updated cadre information with revised pay scales in duplicate statement. References prior submission (letter No.012/12/ADM/531/66 dated 10 October 1966) and indicates new additions since original report.

Correspondence sent to:
O.K. Chandiramani
Additional Secretary data-start="72" data-end="75" />Ministry of Education
Government of India
New Delhi

Correspondence sent from:
Krishna Mohan
Director
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta
56A, B.T. Road
Calcutta 50

Topic:
Response to "People's Democracy" Article

Description:Detailed rebuttal (17 July 1967/Asad 26,1899) to critical article in "People's Democracy" (9 July issue). Addresses multiple allegations: (1) Clarifies P.C. Sen's transitional chairmanship status, (2) Documents protocol for political figures' convocation invitations, (3) Reveals West Bengal Government's delay in nominating new chairman, (4) Provides faculty departure destinations proving non-political reasons (IIM Ahmedabad, UN, US universities), (5) Discloses funding ratios (1962-67: Rs50.97L GoI vs Rs12.90L WB Govt), (6) Affirms national character of student selection. Includes meeting venue explanations (Metal Box premises) and Jyoti Basu's convocation communication. Seeks official confirmation before publishing formal response.

Correspondence sent to:
O.K. Chandiramani
Additional Secretary data-start="72" data-end="75" />Ministry of Education
Government of India
New Delhi

Correspondence sent from:
Krishna Mohan
Director
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta
56A, B.T. Road
Calcutta 50

Topic:
Response to "People's Democracy" Article

Description:Detailed rebuttal (17 July 1967/Asad 26,1899) to critical article in "People's Democracy" (9 July issue). Addresses multiple allegations: (1) Clarifies P.C. Sen's transitional chairmanship status, (2) Documents protocol for political figures' convocation invitations, (3) Reveals West Bengal Government's delay in nominating new chairman, (4) Provides faculty departure destinations proving non-political reasons (IIM Ahmedabad, UN, US universities), (5) Discloses funding ratios (1962-67: Rs50.97L GoI vs Rs12.90L WB Govt), (6) Affirms national character of student selection. Includes meeting venue explanations (Metal Box premises) and Jyoti Basu's convocation communication. Seeks official confirmation before publishing formal response.

Correspondence sent to:
Mr. G.N. Vaswani
Deputy Educational Adviser (Tech.)
Ministry of Finance
Government of India
New Delhi

Correspondence sent from:
Krishna Mohan
Director
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Topic:
Response to Press Allegations

Description:Confidential response (21 July 1967/Asad 30,1889) to D.O. letter No.19-6/67 T.6 regarding critical articles in "Ganashakti" and "People's Democracy". Provides detailed rebuttals including: (1) regional composition data proving national character of student admissions, (2) clarification about Board meetings (12th on 16.5.66 at Writers' Building vs 15th on 12.5.67 at Barlow House), and (3) principle of regional neutrality in admissions. Refers to enclosed documents: press clipping, note to Mr. C.K. Chandiramani, and demographic statistics. Maintains institutional transparency while defending admission policies.

Correspondence sent to:
Mr. G.N. Vaswani
Deputy Educational Adviser (Tech.)
Ministry of Finance
Government of India
New Delhi

Correspondence sent from:
Krishna Mohan
Director
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Topic:
Response to Press Allegations

Description:Confidential response (21 July 1967/Asad 30,1889) to D.O. letter No.19-6/67 T.6 regarding critical articles in "Ganashakti" and "People's Democracy". Provides detailed rebuttals including: (1) regional composition data proving national character of student admissions, (2) clarification about Board meetings (12th on 16.5.66 at Writers' Building vs 15th on 12.5.67 at Barlow House), and (3) principle of regional neutrality in admissions. Refers to enclosed documents: press clipping, note to Mr. C.K. Chandiramani, and demographic statistics. Maintains institutional transparency while defending admission policies.

Correspondence sent to:
Shri Kharaiti Ram
Section Officer data-start="72" data-end="75" />Ministry of Education
Government of India
New Delhi

Correspondence sent from:
M. Krishnaswamy
Administrator
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta
56A, B.T. Road
Calcutta-50

Topic:
Clarification on Promotion Policies

Description:Responds to Ministry's request regarding employee compensation data, clarifying IIM Calcutta's distinct promotion system. Explains that unlike Government of India establishments, the Institute: (1) Doesn't classify posts as strict promotion posts, (2) Conducts recruitment through either internal selection or open competition, and (3) Allows Selection Committee flexibility to consider candidates from any level if they meet higher post requirements, not just immediately lower grades.

Correspondence sent to:
Shri Kharaiti Ram
Section Officer data-start="72" data-end="75" />Ministry of Education
Government of India
New Delhi

Correspondence sent from:
M. Krishnaswamy
Administrator
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta
56A, B.T. Road
Calcutta-50

Topic:
Clarification on Promotion Policies

Description:Responds to Ministry's request regarding employee compensation data, clarifying IIM Calcutta's distinct promotion system. Explains that unlike Government of India establishments, the Institute: (1) Doesn't classify posts as strict promotion posts, (2) Conducts recruitment through either internal selection or open competition, and (3) Allows Selection Committee flexibility to consider candidates from any level if they meet higher post requirements, not just immediately lower grades.

Correspondence sent to:
The Under Secretary
Ministry of Education data-start="72" data-end="75" />(Coordination Section)
Government of India
New Delhi

Correspondence sent from:
Krishna Mohan
Director
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Topic:
Publication Reporting

Description:Official response (20 December 1967/Agrahan 29,1889) to Ministry memo No.7.3-90/67-CDN (28 November 1967) regarding publication reporting. Confirms IIM Calcutta does not publish newspapers/magazines in English or Hindi. Submits nil return in prescribed form as required by government regulations. Documents compliance with institutional reporting requirements during formative years.

Correspondence sent to:
The Under Secretary
Ministry of Education data-start="72" data-end="75" />(Coordination Section)
Government of India
New Delhi

Correspondence sent from:
Krishna Mohan
Director
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Topic:
Publication Reporting

Description:Official response (20 December 1967/Agrahan 29,1889) to Ministry memo No.7.3-90/67-CDN (28 November 1967) regarding publication reporting. Confirms IIM Calcutta does not publish newspapers/magazines in English or Hindi. Submits nil return in prescribed form as required by government regulations. Documents compliance with institutional reporting requirements during formative years.

Correspondence sent to:
Dr. Krishna Mohan
Director
data-end="75" />Indian Institute of Management
56-A, Barrackpore Trunk Road
Calcutta-50

Correspondence sent from:
Dr. M.N. Baliga
Asst. Educational Adviser (T)
Ministry of Education, India
New Delhi

Topic:
Rajya Sabha Question Copy

Description:Dr. Baliga responds to Dr. Krishna Mohan's letter dated 30.8.67, enclosing the previously omitted copy of Rajya Sabha Starred Question No. 395 (to be answered on 18.8.67). Notes that Shri G.N. Vaswani is on tour.

Correspondence sent to:
Dr. Krishna Mohan
Director
data-end="75" />Indian Institute of Management
56-A, Barrackpore Trunk Road
Calcutta-50

Correspondence sent from:
Dr. M.N. Baliga
Asst. Educational Adviser (T)
Ministry of Education, India
New Delhi

Topic:
Rajya Sabha Question Copy

Description:Dr. Baliga responds to Dr. Krishna Mohan's letter dated 30.8.67, enclosing the previously omitted copy of Rajya Sabha Starred Question No. 395 (to be answered on 18.8.67). Notes that Shri G.N. Vaswani is on tour.

Correspondence sent to:Shri K. C. Pant, Minister of State for Steel & Heavy Engineering

Correspondence sent from:V.K.R.V. Rao, Education Minister, India

Topic:Appointment of Director for the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta

Description:The letter discusses the vacancy for the Directorship at the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta. After a thorough selection process, Shri Hiten Gupta Bhaya, the Commercial Director of Hindustan Steel Limited, has been recommended for the role. The Education Minister requests the Steel Ministry's approval to deputize Shri Bhaya to the Institute for five years, citing the Institute’s vital role in training high-quality managers for industry and commerce. A copy of the correspondence is also sent to Shri Kedar Nath Mookerjee, Vice-Chairman of the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta.

Correspondence sent to:Shri K. C. Pant, Minister of State for Steel & Heavy Engineering

Correspondence sent from:V.K.R.V. Rao, Education Minister, India

Topic:Appointment of Director for the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta

Description:The letter discusses the vacancy for the Directorship at the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta. After a thorough selection process, Shri Hiten Gupta Bhaya, the Commercial Director of Hindustan Steel Limited, has been recommended for the role. The Education Minister requests the Steel Ministry's approval to deputize Shri Bhaya to the Institute for five years, citing the Institute’s vital role in training high-quality managers for industry and commerce. A copy of the correspondence is also sent to Shri Kedar Nath Mookerjee, Vice-Chairman of the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta.

Correspondence sent to:All Members of the Personnel Committee, Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Correspondence sent from:J.C. Sengupta, Honorary Director, Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Topic:Meeting of the Personnel Committee

Description:Forwarding the minutes of the Personnel Committee meeting held on May 5, 1970.

Correspondence sent to:All Members of the Personnel Committee, Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Correspondence sent from:J.C. Sengupta, Honorary Director, Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Topic:Meeting of the Personnel Committee

Description:Forwarding the minutes of the Personnel Committee meeting held on May 5, 1970.

Correspondence sent to:Shri G.S. AhluwaliaSuite No. 217 Chowringhee RoadCalcutta-13

Correspondence sent from:J.C. SenguptaHonorary DirectorIndian Institute of Management Calcutta

Topic:Interview Invitation

Description:A formal letter requesting Shri G.S. Ahluwalia to attend an interview for the position of Director at the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta. The interview is scheduled for 5:00 PM on May 5, 1970, in the Writer’s Buildings, Calcutta. The letter also notes that no travel or other allowances will be provided for the journey.

Correspondence sent to:Shri G.S. AhluwaliaSuite No. 217 Chowringhee RoadCalcutta-13

Correspondence sent from:J.C. SenguptaHonorary DirectorIndian Institute of Management Calcutta

Topic:Interview Invitation

Description:A formal letter requesting Shri G.S. Ahluwalia to attend an interview for the position of Director at the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta. The interview is scheduled for 5:00 PM on May 5, 1970, in the Writer’s Buildings, Calcutta. The letter also notes that no travel or other allowances will be provided for the journey.

Correspondence Sent To:Sri J.C. Sen Gupta, I.A.S.,Member of the Special Committee,Board of Governors, Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta.

Correspondence Sent From:N.K. Chandre, Secretary,Council of Academic Personnel,Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta.

Correspondence Sent To:Sri J.C. Sen Gupta, I.A.S.,Member of the Special Committee,Board of Governors, Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta.

Correspondence Sent From:N.K. Chandre, Secretary,Council of Academic Personnel,Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta.

Correspondence sent to:
Professors Nitish De, Suresh Srivastva,
Herman Gadon, Kanini Adhikari
Faculty Members
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Correspondence sent from:
Krishna Mohan
Director
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Topic:
Research Project Opportunity

Description:Internal memorandum (18 August 1967/Sravan 27,1889) forwarding Ministry of Education proposal regarding "Studies on economic, social and cultural problems of newly-independent countries". Requests faculty discussion and formal proposal submission through Dr. Kanini Adhikari as coordinator. Demonstrates institutional engagement with national research priorities during post-colonial development phase.

Correspondence sent to:
Professors Nitish De, Suresh Srivastva,
Herman Gadon, Kanini Adhikari
Faculty Members
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Correspondence sent from:
Krishna Mohan
Director
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Topic:
Research Project Opportunity

Description:Internal memorandum (18 August 1967/Sravan 27,1889) forwarding Ministry of Education proposal regarding "Studies on economic, social and cultural problems of newly-independent countries". Requests faculty discussion and formal proposal submission through Dr. Kanini Adhikari as coordinator. Demonstrates institutional engagement with national research priorities during post-colonial development phase.

Correspondence sent to:
Dr. T. Sen
Minister for Education data-start="72" data-end="75" />Government of India
New Delhi

Correspondence sent from:
Ajoy Kumar Mukherjee
Chairman
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta
56A, B.T. Road
Calcutta 50

Topic:
Resignation as Chairman

Description:Formal resignation letter (25 December 1967) from Chairman Ajoy Kumar Mukherjee to Education Minister Dr. Triguna Sen. Brief communication tendering resignation from IIM Calcutta Chairmanship. Copies sent to West Bengal Education Secretary at Writers' Building, Calcutta. Documents leadership transition during critical institutional development phase.

Correspondence sent to:
Dr. T. Sen
Minister for Education data-start="72" data-end="75" />Government of India
New Delhi

Correspondence sent from:
Ajoy Kumar Mukherjee
Chairman
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta
56A, B.T. Road
Calcutta 50

Topic:
Resignation as Chairman

Description:Formal resignation letter (25 December 1967) from Chairman Ajoy Kumar Mukherjee to Education Minister Dr. Triguna Sen. Brief communication tendering resignation from IIM Calcutta Chairmanship. Copies sent to West Bengal Education Secretary at Writers' Building, Calcutta. Documents leadership transition during critical institutional development phase.

Correspondence sent to:The EditorPeople's Democracy33 Alimuddin StreetCalcutta-16

justify;">Correspondence sent from:Gouranga ChattopadhyayProfessorIndian Institute of Management Calcutta

Topic:Response to Inaccuracies in People's Democracy Article

Description:Point-by-point rebuttal (undated) addressing alleged inaccuracies in People's Democracy article about IIM Calcutta. Clarifies: (1) Institute serves both public and private sectors, (2) Admission follows all-India merit-based selection, (3) Faculty departures were for professional opportunities (IIM Ahmedabad, UN, US universities), (4) Board membership protocol for West Bengal Finance Minister. Defends institute's national character against regional bias claims.

Correspondence sent to:The EditorPeople's Democracy33 Alimuddin StreetCalcutta-16

justify;">Correspondence sent from:Gouranga ChattopadhyayProfessorIndian Institute of Management Calcutta

Topic:Response to Inaccuracies in People's Democracy Article

Description:Point-by-point rebuttal (undated) addressing alleged inaccuracies in People's Democracy article about IIM Calcutta. Clarifies: (1) Institute serves both public and private sectors, (2) Admission follows all-India merit-based selection, (3) Faculty departures were for professional opportunities (IIM Ahmedabad, UN, US universities), (4) Board membership protocol for West Bengal Finance Minister. Defends institute's national character against regional bias claims.