J D Birla Institute

School of Fashion & Textiles, J.D.Birla Institute, Kolkata, proudly celebrates its illustrious alumni.

Pragati Kheria is a distinguished JDBI alumnus, has built an inspiring career at the intersection of fashion, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. Beginning as a fashion designer and gaining international exposure in the UK with Superdry and Harvey Nichols, she went on to contribute to leading luxury fashion house Manish Malhotra as Deputy Manager – Fashion Design. Today, as the Founder of Kivaya, a brand that blends the heritage of Indian handloom with contemporary innovation, she champions sustainable fashion and artisan empowerment.

School of Fashion & Textiles, J.D.Birla Institute, Kolkata, proudly celebrates its illustrious alumni. A dynamic professional navigating the rapidly evolving fashion and media landscape, this alumnus has successfully bridged the worlds of luxury retail, creative styling, and digital content she has gained valuable exposure to high-end fashion, trend forecasting, and brand aesthetics while working as a Styling Assistant for Harvey Nichols in the UK, followed by freelance collaboration on diverse fashion shoots and creative projects with Livestream.

School of Fashion & Textiles, J.D.Birla Institute, Kolkata, proudly celebrates its illustrious alumni. An exceptional creative force in Indian luxury fashion, this alumnus has carved a distinguished niche in high-end design, craftsmanship, and runway aesthetics with Sabyasachi Mukherjee, Gaurang Shah and Manish Malhotra, being the head of production. Her academic journey laid the foundation for a career defined by innovation, sharp tailoring, and a deep understanding of contemporary luxury.

In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Department of Management, Commerce & Sciences, J.D. Birla Institute, in association with IQAC, organized a Faculty Development Programme on “Self-Talk to Build Resilience and Enhance Well-being for Professionals.” Conducted by Ms. Saloni Priya, Director Ummeed, Counseling and Consultant, Kolkata.

The session highlighted the importance of positive self-talk in fostering resilience, managing stress, and promoting overall well-being among professionals.

✨ A glimpse into our Montessori Workshop held on 17th & 24th April 2026.

Through engaging sessions, interactive discussions, and hands-on learning, participants explored the principles of Montessori education and early childhood development under the guidance of experienced educators.

Thank you to all our speakers and participants for making the workshop a meaningful learning experience.