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About This Presentation
This edition celebrates trailblazing women whose vision, determination, and leadership are transforming industries, breaking barriers, and inspiring generations with their remarkable contributions to society, innovation, and nation-building.
his edition, Leading Ladies: India’s Most Inspiring
Women, 2025, is a tribute to the women who are:
{diving meaningful change across industries,
‘communities and leadership spaces. shines light on
those who lead not just with ambition but with clarity,
courage and a commitment 10 a greater purpose,
[At the heart ofthis issue is our cover story on Kawya
‘Khurana, a dynamic Business Consultant, investor and
‘Operator. Her journey reflects the evolving face of
leadership, She is strategic, hands-on and deeply invested
in long-term impact Kavya represents a generation of
leaders who are shaping business with empathy, loresight
‘and a passion for building lasting value.
‘This edition brings together stories of women who ore.
Pushing boundaries and building legacies. their
‘experiences remind us that leadership is not about tes
‘lone. tis about actions that uplift inspire and transform.
By featuring these women, we aim to create a platform that
not only recognises their accomplishments but also.
‘encourages others to lead with purpose and resilience.
These are the stories thot wil shape the future. We are
Proud to share tham.&
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Manish Bansal
(GEO and Managing Director
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