In a momentous event held yesterday, the FICCI Young Leaders Awards 2024 spotlighted the exceptional contributions of young leaders across various fields, emphasizing the critical role of India’s youth in shaping the country’s future.
Ms. Meeta Rajivlochan, Secretary of the Department of Youth Affairs, Government of India, addressed the session on ‘Building the New India: Role of Our Young Leaders’. She praised the Indian youth for their energy, enthusiasm, and idealism, describing these attributes as essential for co-creating a vibrant future. Ms. Rajivlochan stressed the importance of ethics in business, highlighting that “the most important commodity in business is trust.” She emphasized the need for robust institutional mechanisms to build trust, which is crucial for transforming the country’s economic landscape.
The event also recognized outstanding individuals and organizations with various awards, celebrating achievements across multiple sectors: The FICCI Young Leaders Awards 2024 celebrated a remarkable array of achievers across various fields. The Best Entrepreneur Award went to Aman Gupta, while Ghazal Alagh was recognized with the Inspiring Woman Leader Award. Roshni Nadar received the Most Promising Next-gen Leader Award, and Neeraj Chopra was honored with the Youth Icon Award in Sports. The Youth Icon Award for Entertainment was presented to Ayushmann Khurrana, with Rahul Mishra earning the accolade for Art & Culture. Amitabh Shah was acknowledged with the Youth Icon Award for Public Service, and Palki Sharma received the Media category award. Shahi Exports was celebrated as the Make in India Champion, and Reliance Jio was named Best Company. Infosys was recognized with the Sustainability Champion Award, AM Naik received the Lifetime Achievement Award, and Zepto was honored as the Best Startup.
The event, supported by partners including RP Sanjiv Goenka Group, Kamala Trust, Smartworld, and Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, celebrated the remarkable achievements of young leaders and their role in shaping India's future. The awards not only recognized individual excellence but also highlighted the collective potential of India’s youth to drive innovation and progress.