Jejurikar of M&M is CEO of the year at glittering Forbes India Leadership Awards 2025

The Forbes India Leadership Awards 2025 celebrated visionary leaders at Mumbai’s Jio World Convention Centre, recognising their transformative impact on industries and the nation Leaders across sectors celebrated for their contribution to India’s economic and social development Mumbai: The Forbes India Leadership Awards 2025 culminated in a grand ceremony at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, where the country’s top leaders were honoured for their innovative and transformative leadership and contributions to their industries and the nation. Recipients Ritesh Arora and Nakul Aggarwal noted, “We power half the world’s airlines, banks, and tech firms.” Icons of Excellence: Ajay Singh of SpiceJet and Katrina Kaif of Kay Beauty were honoured, with Singh saying, “We started SpiceJet against all odds," and Kaif emphasising, “If you enter business, you must have something unique to say.” Fireside Chat – Katrina Kaif on Business and Branding: Katrina Kaif, in conversation with Naini Thaker of Forbes India, talked about her journey from Bollywood to the boardroom, underscoring the importance of inclusivity and self-expression in branding. A standout quote from Rajesh Jejurikar: “The world needs India more than India needs the world.” Final Set of Awards and Closing Highlights: The ceremony recognised outstanding leaders: Icons of Excellence: Jay Shah, Chairman of ICC; Shyam Srinivasan, Veteran Banker; and Mohit Joshi of Tech Mahindra were honoured. For more information about the Forbes India Leadership Awards 2025, visit https://www.forbesindia.com/awards/leadership/ or view the ceremony on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Usg4g-5KoF0.