This refers to Vinay Umarji’s report “Professor Pranab (pictured) to debut at IIM” (September 9). The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIM A) has a tradition of promoting serious studies that support current research needs in grassroots level economic development. It is heartening to see that the institution has taken a refreshing initiative that will lead to the professionalisation of bureaucracy and political leadership at the highest level.