True entrepreneurship is often measured in valuations and headlines, but I believe the richest dimension of leadership is found in human impact. Recently, I had the privilege of being featured in Outlook India’s “Visionaries of $5 Trillion Economy” series, where I shared my journey of building institutions that empower India from the ground up.

A Philosophy of Inclusive Growth

As a banker-turned-entrepreneur, my transition was driven by a core belief: a company’s purpose is not just to support balance sheets, but to enhance the “bottom line” of society. Through Oleevia Grameen Credits, we are providing dignity and hope to street vendors, micro-entrepreneurs, and those in the unorganized sector who silently power our GDP.

Pioneering Workplace Dignity

One of the most meaningful steps we have taken is the introduction of the first-ever Paid Menstrual Wellness Leave for women. This initiative was born out of a desire to establish a new standard for workplace dignity, proving that humane leadership is essential for a progressive nation.

Empowering Through Art, Food, and Skill

My vision for a stronger India extends into various sectors where we can drive socially equitable change:

• Heart to Art (H2A): This cultural movement addresses unemployment and social alienation by offering young individuals free professional training in performing arts, turning passion into a sustainable livelihood.
• Fundamental Right to Food: My eateries are built on the revolutionary idea that healthy, affordable food is a right, not a luxury, helping to bridge the divide between health and financial viability.
• JIB Academy: To secure the future of our youth, this institute focuses on skill development, career sustainability, and mental well-being through specialized career counseling.
• The Oleevia Foundation: We remain committed to working with tribal groups and the transgender community, providing the education and skills necessary to bring them into the economic mainstream.

Toward a Purpose-Driven Future

Whether it is enhancing the agricultural chain through our Multi-State Agriculture Cooperative Society or delivering financial literacy classes to the next generation, the goal remains the same: to contribute to a humane, inclusive, and constitutionally embedded concept of development.

I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute to India’s journey toward a $5 trillion economy, not just through numbers, but through the empowerment of every individual.

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Featured Recognition

This profile was originally published by Outlook India as part of their “Visionaries of $5 Trillion Economy” series.

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