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Title: Critical Review of the Role of Legendary Women in Organisational Development in India

Author(s) Ms. Harshita Santosh Gaikwad, Dr. Varsha Nivrutti Bhabad
Country India
Abstract The role of legendary women in organizational development in India has gained significant academic and practical relevance as the nation transitions toward inclusive and innovation-driven growth (Das & Dhalayat, 2013). Historically, organizational leadership in India was dominated by men, with women often confined to supportive or administrative roles (Syed & Tariq, 2017). However, over the last few decades, women leaders have progressively broken these barriers, emerging as visionary decision-makers and strategic influencers across diverse sectors such as business, banking, biotechnology, information technology, and social entrepreneurship (Yerramilli, 2024). Legendary figures like Indra Nooyi (PepsiCo), Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw (Biocon), Arundhati Bhattacharya (SBI), Naina Lal Kidwai (HSBC India), and Falguni Nayar (Nykaa) exemplify how women have transformed organizations through innovation, ethical leadership, and people-centric management (Rai & Ahad, 2024).
These leaders have introduced dynamic changes in organizational culture, emphasizing emotional intelligence, inclusivity, and sustainability (Brown, 2009). They have fostered environments that value collaboration over competition, empathy over authority, and long-term vision over short-term gains (Waclawski et al., 1995). Their leadership has contributed to improved organizational performance, employee satisfaction, and brand reputation, proving that gender diversity at the top enhances decision-making and creativity (Nath, 2000).
Despite their monumental success, women leaders in India continue to face persistent challenges, including gender bias, work-life balance struggles, pay disparity, and limited access to mentorship opportunities (Parikh & Kollan, 2003). Socio-cultural expectations and structural barriers often restrict the professional advancement of women, especially in traditional or male-dominated industries. Yet, the resilience, adaptability, and strategic foresight displayed by legendary women leaders have redefined organizational norms and inspired a new generation of professionals (Mukhopadhyay, 1984).
Understanding the contribution of these women is crucial not only for evaluating their role in organizational development but also for identifying strategies to strengthen gender-inclusive leadership frameworks (Yerramilli, 2024). Their achievements illustrate that empowering women at leadership levels is not merely a matter of equality but a strategic imperative for India’s sustainable organizational and economic progress (Das & Dhalayat, 2013).
Keywords sustainability Leadership disparity inclusivity
Field Business Administration
Published In Volume 16, Issue 4, October-December 2025
Published On 2025-10-07
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