Sridhar Vembu, the Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Indian Institute of Information Technology, Design and Manufacturing (IIITDM), believes that the quality of faculty members plays a crucial role in determining the fate of educational institutions. Vembu emphasizes the importance of having well-qualified and experienced teachers who can provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in their chosen fields. He also suggests that bringing back talented Indian professionals from abroad could greatly benefit the country’s educational system. Vembu’s insights shed light on the critical role of faculty in shaping the future of educational institutions in India.