In a proud moment for India’s education and fashion fraternity, Dr. Neha Miglani, Founder & Director of the Institute of Fashion & Communication Technology (IFCT), has been honoured with the prestigious “Excellence in Global Fashion Education Award” at the Times Leadership Summit & Icons 2026, presented by The Times of India Group. The award was given by Honourable Governor of Punjab and the Administrator of Chandigarh Shri Gulab Chand Kataria.
The award recognises Dr. Miglani’s exceptional contribution to fashion education, her visionary leadership, and her unwavering commitment to nurturing the next generation of creative professionals. Through her pioneering work at IFCT, she has empowered aspiring designers, media professionals, entrepreneurs, and creative minds by providing industry-driven education that combines innovation, practical learning, and global perspectives.
Receiving the honour, Dr. Neha Miglani said:
“I am deeply honoured to receive this recognition from The Times of India Group. This award belongs to every student, faculty member, colleague, and well-wisher who has been part of the IFCT journey. It inspires us to continue redefining fashion and creative education by empowering young talent with knowledge, innovation, and global opportunities.”
Under Dr. Miglani’s leadership, IFCT has emerged as a progressive institution that bridges academic excellence with industry relevance. The institute continues to create opportunities for students through experiential learning, innovation, entrepreneurship, industry collaborations, fashion events, media projects, and international exposure, helping them build successful careers in the creative economy.
The recognition bestowed upon Dr. Neha Miglani at the Times Leadership Summit & Icons 2026 reflects not only her personal achievements but also the growing impact of IFCT in shaping the future of fashion, design, media, and communication education in India. The honour further reinforces the institute’s commitment to delivering world-class education and creating globally competent professionals capable of leading the creative industries of tomorrow.
About Dr. Neha Miglani
Dr. Neha Miglani is an acclaimed educationist, media researcher, fashion journalist, and entrepreneur with extensive experience in higher education and creative industries.
She holds a PhD in Journalism and a Post-Doctorate in Journalism recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi. She has also specialised in Fashion Journalism from the London College of Fashion (LCF), UK.
Dr. Miglani has been thrice honoured by the Governor of Punjab for her outstanding contribution to journalism and society. Over the years, she has received several prestigious national and international honours recognising her excellence in media research, journalism, education, and academic leadership.
As the Founder of IFCT, she has been instrumental in developing industry-oriented academic programmes that integrate fashion, media, communication, and entrepreneurship. Her vision is centred on creating globally competent professionals by combining academic excellence with practical industry exposure, innovation, and creative thinking.
About the Institute of Fashion & Communication Technology (IFCT)
The Institute of Fashion & Communication Technology (IFCT) is a leading fashion and creative education institution based in Chandigarh, founded by senior fashion journalists with the vision of redefining education in fashion, design, media, and communication. As a sister concern of The Lifestyle Journalist magazine, IFCT offers a unique academic environment where creative learning is enriched by real-world industry exposure. IFCT is the 1st Industry led fashion and creative school of North India. IFCT has its centres in Chandigarh, Mohali and Solan.
IFCT offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and doctoral programmes in collaboration with UCG recognised universities, including BSc Fashion Designing, BDes Interior Designing, BA & MA in Mass Communication and Journalism, Diploma in Make-up & Beauty Therapy, Diploma in Beauty & Wellness, MBA, MSc and PhD programmes in Fashion, Communication and allied disciplines. IFCT also offers Online Diploma programs in the area of fashion and beauty.