Breaking barriers and building legacies | She power rising
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Breaking barriers and building legacies | She power rising

India Today  

N amita Thapar, the executive director of Emcure Pharmaceuticals who has become a household name after her stint in Shark Tank India, remembers the time when a banker chose to respond to her fatherEmcure founder Satish Mehtaeven as she was the one who had posed a question. Avarna Jain of Saregama had a similar story to share, that of a friend who was told to “bring along the decision-maker” after a recent meeting. The three women leaders came together at the India Today Conclave, highlighting the challenges women face in their respective industries while also acknowledging the progress made and areas that still need improvement. The session also focused on the role television plays in challenging stereotypes, addressing unspoken issues, and empowering women to move beyond traditional roles.

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