New Delhi, 31st August 2025: The ET Leadership Excellence Award 2025, organized by Bennett Coleman & Co. Ltd. celebrated leaders who have demonstrated exceptional innovation, leadership, and societal impact. The event, held in Hyatt Regency, New Delhi, was graced by acclaimed actor and motivational speaker Anupam Kher as the chief guest.
CA Charanjot Singh Nanda, President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), was honored in the Leadership in Professional Excellence category. He was recognized for launching Forensic Accounting and Investigation Standards (FAIS) and integrating Artificial Intelligence in accounting practices, alongside his initiatives in global collaboration, youth empowerment, and professional well-being.
Rajesh Sharma (IFS), Director of Samagra Shiksha, Himachal Pradesh, received the award in the Leadership in Education – North 2025 category for transforming public education in the state, achieving top-five ranking in the national Parakh survey, near 100% enrollment, lowest dropout rates, and partnerships with global educational institutions.
Additionally, Dr. Jaspreet Kaur, Principal of Bal Bhavan International School, Dwarka, was recognized for her holistic approach to student development in the Excellence in Education category.
The awards, part of a larger initiative by The Economic Times, spotlight leaders across sectors who exemplify innovation, ethical leadership, and sustainable growth, reinforcing their vital role in shaping India’s future.
