The summit, a first-of-its-kind event by any Indian Institute of Management, will see participation from top Indian Union Ministers, corporate leaders, and celebrities
New Delhi, December 14, 2023: Buffalo Soldiers, the creative agency with a digital heart, acclaimed as the ‘Rising Maverick Agency of 2023’, has been announced as the Creative & Digital Agency Partner for the Zero Mile Samvad (ZMS), a pioneering thought leadership summit hosted by the Indian Institute of Management Nagpur (IIM Nagpur). This partnership symbolizes a confluence of intellectual prowess and creative excellence.
In a major development that’s set to redefine the contours of thought leadership in India, Buffalo Soldiers has been announced as the Creative and digital Agency Partner for IIM Nagpur’s groundbreaking Zero Mile Samvad (ZMS) Summit. This first-of-its-kind event by any Indian Institute of Management represents a synergy of academic insight and creative innovation.
The ZMS Summit is founded on four transformative pillars: Innovation and entrepreneurship, Policy Impact, Sustainable Growth, and Cross-Sector Collaboration. Each pillar symbolizes a cornerstone of India’s journey towards a robust, diversified economy and a sustainable future and will showcase a convergence of ideas aimed at propelling India’s economic and social advancement. The ZMS Summit is a first in the history of Indian Institutes of Management and is poised to set a new precedent in intellectual discourse and industry collaboration.
“It’s a privilege to partner with IIM Nagpur for the Zero Mile Samvad. Our role as the Creative and digital Agency Partner aligns perfectly with our mission to blend creativity with technology. We are excited to contribute to a platform that stimulates discussions on innovation, policy, sustainability, and cross-sectoral collaboration,” said Sumon K Chakrabarti, Co-Founder and CEO of Buffalo Soldiers. “It’s about creating a narrative that resonates with India’s evolving socio-economic landscape. We are committed to crafting a digital experience that not only captures the essence of the summit but also inspires change.”
The event on December 15 and 16, 2023, will see participation from top Indian Union Ministers, corporate leaders, and celebrities, turning it into a melting pot of diverse perspectives.
It includes names like Shri. Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Shri. S Jaishankar, Union Minister of External Affairs, Smt. Smriti Irani, Union Minister of Women and Child Development, Minority Affairs, Shri. Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Minister of Education, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Shri. Eknath Shinde, Chief Minister of Maharashtra), Shri. Devendra Fadanvis, Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri. Pramod Sawant, Chief Minister of Goa, Gen Manoj Pande, Chief of Army Staff of the Indian Army, Viswanathan Anand, Chess Grandmaster, Shrikant Madhav Vaidya, Chairman of Indian Oil Corporation Limited, Manish Sharma, Chairman of Panasonic Life Solutions India and South Asia and many more dignitaries and celebrities.
The summit promises to be a confluence of ideas, featuring discussions on India’s strategic economic shifts, the equilibrium between trade growth and societal needs, and the evolution of defense mechanisms. It will also explore the empowerment of citizens, the intersection of art and AI, and the dichotomy between grassroots and high-tech innovations.
Dr. Bhimaraya Metri, Director of IIM Nagpur, the Chairperson of IIM Nagpur, underscored the summit’s broader impact, “Zero Mile Samvad is more than just a summit; it’s a catalyst for change. Our partnership with Buffalo Soldiers is instrumental in amplifying this vision. Their expertise in digital creativity will help us reach a wider audience, sparking dialogues that drive innovation and policy-making.
As the world watches, the Zero Mile Samvad Summit is set to become a benchmark event, fostering a future where innovation, policy, sustainability, and collaboration converge to redefine India’s global standing.
Buffalo Soldiers’ involvement promises to infuse the summit with innovative digital strategies, ensuring that the essence and insights of the ZMS reach a global audience. This partnership marks a notable stride in fostering a dialogue that can shape the contours of India’s economic and social landscape.
For Zero Mile Samvad, the registrations can be done at https://zms.iimnagpur.ac.in/registration-form/?category=individuals
