IIT Madras has started making strides in the right direction towards creating and sustaining an ecosystem that is diverse and inclusive, takes honest reflection, true spirit and conscious efforts. We at IIT Madras are committed to introduce, enforce and participate in initiatives aimed at improving diversity, equity and inclusion. This is just the beginning and we recognize the need to reinforce this message in everything we do.

In partnership with the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), I hope to continue this conversation with you, take your feedback, seek your support, share new initiatives and celebrate successes.

Although in a nascent stage, our ambition is clear - to become an institution and foster an environment that supports diversity, inclusion, encourages a culture of learning, respect and collaboration and creates a sense of belongingness - and in doing so, be one of the best institutions in the world and contribute towards sustainability, better society and environment.