Overview
The Centre for Policy and Governance (CPG) at IIM Mumbai is a multidisciplinary initiative dedicated to advancing evidence-based policymaking, governance innovation, and strategic leadership. The Centre serves as a platform for collaboration among academia, government, industry, and civil society to address complex policy challenges in India and beyond.
Vision
- To become a premier centre of excellence in public policy and governance, enabling inclusive development, sustainable leadership, and impactful decision-making.
Mission
- Generate actionable research in public policy and governance.
- Build leadership capacity among policymakers, administrators, and corporate leaders.
- Promote meaningful engagement between academic research and governance practice.
Core Objectives
Policy Research & Analysis
Study governance models, regulatory frameworks, and economic strategies.
Impact Evaluation
Assess the outcomes of policies on economic and social development.
Administrative Frameworks
Develop best practices for effective governance and public administration.
Capacity Building
Conduct training programs and workshops for government and industry stakeholders
Technology in Governance
Explore digital tools, AI applications, and smart governance innovations.
Why CPG?
India’s evolving socio-political landscape demands an integrated approach to policy formulation and governance. CPG brings together diverse disciplines—economics, data science, public administration, and management—to co-create solutions that are evidence-based, scalable, and sustainable.
Leadership

Prof. Manoj K Tiwari
Director,Indian Institute of Management
Mumbai, India

Shri. Sitaram Kunte (IAS Retd.)
Distinguished Faculty,Indian Institute of Management Mumbai,
Former Chief Secretary,
Govt. of Maharashtra
Members

Prof. Poonam Singh
Professor In-Charge,Associate Professor,
Indian Institute of Management
Mumbai, India

Prof. Veepan Kumar
Assistant Professor,Indian Institute of Management
Mumbai, India

Prof. Disha Sharma
Assistant Professor,Indian Institute of Management
Mumbai, India
Collaborations
CPG engages with:
- Government ministries and agencies
- Think tanks and NGOs
- Industry leaders across sectors
- International policy bodies and academic partners
Research & Outreach
CPG will produce:
- Research papers and policy briefs
- Case studies on governance innovation
- Workshops, seminars, and dialogues
- Podcasts and public engagement content
Expert Advisory Group
Seasoned civil servants, public policy experts, acclaimed academics, popular thought leaders and domain experts
Centre for Policy and Governance (CPG)
Indian Institute of Management Mumbai
Mumbai – 400 087, India
Email: cpg@iimmumbai.ac.in