'International Women's Day Is Not Merely A Date On The Calendar, But...': Gautam Adani

Gautam Adani wrote a long post on LinkedIn about how women in his life inspired him during the different stages of life on the occasion of International Women’s Day

Adani Group Chairman, Gautam Adani

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Adani Group Chairman, Gautam Adani on Saturday shared a heartfelt tribute to the women who have inspired him, from his childhood in Banaskantha to his entrepreneurial journey, stressing the deep influence they’ve had on his life and perspective. Adani wrote a long post on LinkedIn about how women in his life inspired him during the different stages of life on the occasion of International Women’s Day.

“My understanding of gender equity wasn't forged in boardrooms or policy debates; it was nurtured at home, surrounded by remarkable women whose strength and wisdom have profoundly influenced my perspective. Growing up in the desert terrains of Banaskantha, I observed my mother transform scarcity into sustenance and hardship into harmony. She was the silent force that held our large joint family together, embodying relentless effort, unshakable love, courage, and resilience. In her, I witnessed, and came to appreciate the essence of quiet leadership, selflessness, and graceful perseverance,” he wrote.

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He further talked about how later in life his wife became the driving force in his life. “Later in life, my wife Priti became the driving force behind our foundation's initiatives, touching millions of lives across India. Seeing her engage with village women across the remote villages of our country, discussing transformative issues for their families' futures, learning from the sanghinis of the Adani Foundation who teach pregnant mothers how to take care of themselves and the child they are to deliver, have all helped me grasp the true essence of empowerment.”

The Adani Group boss also wrote about how he pushed the initiative of having more women workforce in the operational and leadership roles. He wrote, “Several years ago, during a visit to one of our port projects, I noticed the absence of women in operational and leadership roles. It was not due to a lack of capability but rather the absence of pathways for them into these traditionally male-dominated fields. This realization sparked a personal commitment to change. I began posing different questions in our meetings: "Are our policies genuinely family-friendly?" "Who are we mentoring for future leadership?" These were not just metrics; each number represented a life, a dream, a future leader whose perspective would enrich our endeavors,” he wrote.

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