“Ranchi – it makes PGDM better.”

It's been only a week that I have been in this new city all the way from the national capital but Ranchi has already showered me with some generous surprises and the lovely rain, of course. It seems to be the perfect place to be in, before I fall into the vicious circle of corporate life. Ranchi is good not only for your lungs, but also for your taste buds, as the city offers a lot of regional delicacies.

Ranchi, a city which is not found in everyone's 'must- visit' list. But having a glimpse of the city's beauty and culture, they are missing something that one shouldn't. One won't believe until they themselves visit Ranchi and they would surely fall in love with it. It’s a humble blissful retreat for all metro-fanatics.

XISS, Xavier institute of Social service - a name that is now etched with my name for this lifetime. PGDM in Human Resource Management from XISS- dream for some, now reality for me. Whether it is the value laden and disciplined induction program or the surprisingly interactive and jolly professors, the feeling is overwhelmed. And not to forget the fancy 'departmental tea'. The professors, staff and the seniors here are not only helpful, humble, easy to talk to, but highly understanding and cooperative. which is definitely a rare quality these days. The inspiration and guidance that the 2017-2019 batch is bound to get is surely limitless.

Being a first-time hosteller, I am marvelled at the mess food, rooms, strolling on the terrace, the recent India vs Pakistan Cricket Match commotion in the Girl’s Hostel, the late-night gossip sessions, and early morning lines in front of washrooms. Every single thing here - common for some is a new thing to witness for me.

Though I am yet to experience the highly recommended food of the food joints nearby, the scenic places and spots, I am sure enough of the blissful stay and amazing people I am going to have in this city!

Cheers to the upcoming time of our lifetime in XISS, Ranchi!

Ms. Ria Malik

Department of Human Resource Management

(2017-2019)