Navigating the Reopening: IIM Sambalpur’s Cautionary Step into Physical Classes Amidst COVID-19

Venturing into the terrain of academic deliberations, IIM Sambalpur, after an interlude spanning nearly eleven months, cautiously swung open its gates to the eager minds of its students. This reopening, orchestrated with meticulous attention to the stringent COVID-19 protocols, marks a pivotal juncture in the institution’s journey.

However, the resumption of physical classes remains a contemplative endeavor, as emphasized by Prof. Mahadeo Jaiswal, the esteemed director of IIM Sambalpur. Echoing prudence, he iterated the continuation of online classes for the interim period.

“The institute’s stance on reinstating physical classes hinges upon the evolving circumstances and the dictates of governmental directives. The ingress of students will be orchestrated in a phased manner,” elucidated Prof. Jaiswal.

A compendium of directives has been disseminated amongst the student body, faculty, and staff. Priority is accorded to individuals grappling with infrastructural impediments, thereby warranting their return to the campus environs.

Moreover, stringent protocols ensconce the hostel confines, mandating students to remain within the premises, barring difficulties of a medical nature. Post the stipulated quarantine tenure, students are subjected to mandatory COVID tests, ensuring a safeguarded campus milieu.

In anticipation of unforeseen health exigencies, provisions such as oxygen cylinders and requisite medical paraphernalia adorn the campus precincts. A vigilant medical practitioner is poised to make periodic rounds, extending a nurturing touch to the student community.

Prof. Jaiswal espouses the invigorating prospects of campus camaraderie, accentuating its salubrious impact on the mental well-being of the students. “The synergy of communal living fosters resilience amidst adversity,” he remarked, palpably exuding optimism.

Adherence to stringent safety norms is the fulcrum around which the campus dynamics pivot. Masks adorning visages and the ubiquitous presence of sanitizers epitomize the institution’s unwavering commitment to collective well-being.