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‘Womenomics’ is the Great Equaliser
Tuesday 11 July, 2023
The ever-evolving telecom industry has witnessed remarkable transformations, propelling it from the era of voice calls and text messages to a digital powerhouse. Amidst this dynamic landscape, an intriguing possibility motivates me: how can our services empower women to ...
From Law to Tech – A Journey of Discovery and Empowerment for Women in STEM
Monday 10 July, 2023
Pursuing a Degree in Law was an important milestone in my life as I embarked on a path with the intention of becoming a lawyer. However, upon graduating, and entering the professional world, I soon discovered that my true calling lies beyond the legal field. During ...
SMALL STEPS MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE – Meaningful work for a holistic digital future
Wednesday 21 June, 2023
“ I had stopped using social media when a boy in my neighbourhood hacked my account after I refused his friendship request. He sent messages to all my friends from my account and I got scared. My family forbade me to use the Internet. After today’s digital security ...
My Story and Lessons Learned
Thursday 1 June, 2023
“Life is 10% what happens to you, and 90% how you deal with it,” said a wise man. My life happened while I was busy making plans, so this resonates well. This is not a career chronology; rather, it is a series of milestones where I learned life lessons which may serve the ...
Keep the learning mode on and success will follow…
Thursday 1 June, 2023
As I sit back and reflect on my professional journey and career graph, a deep sense of gratitude fills my heart. Each and every experience, opportunity, milestone, accomplishment be it big or small, recognition and for that matter even the failures that came along the way, ...
LEAVE NO ONE BEHIND- #DIGITALL
Wednesday 24 May, 2023
In our modern world, possessing digital literacy and having access to technology is crucial for education, employment outcomes and civic participation. Post the COVID-19 pandemic, with remote work and online learning becoming the new norm, it has become increasingly evident ...
You grow when others around you grow
Wednesday 24 May, 2023
Like any other women in India, I have faced my set of gender biases, however, that has never deterred me from doing what I believe in. Over the years at a personal and professional level I have been fortunate to have had many friends, well-wishers, and mentors both men and ...
My learnings from the grassroots
Monday 15 May, 2023
“Go ahead, press that button to turn on the laptop,” I said. “Nahi, didi. Kuch kharaab ho gaya toh?! (No, sister. What if I break it!?” she replied, pulling her hands to her shoulder, surrendering even before she had started. Finding the courage to press the power button on ...
My Experience as a Civil Servant & Digitally Empowering Rural Women in India
Thursday 27 April, 2023
A Satisfying Journey Despite Challenges I have worked in the telecom/digital sector for over 32 years and have been an Indian Civil Services Officer for 31 years before I decided to retire voluntarily. I have enjoyed every moment of my journey working in senior positions in ...
Excellence is an attitude and to never give it up
Wednesday 26 April, 2023
As I begin to write my story, the first thought that crosses my mind is “To each their own …… each one of us is unique and has a wonderful life to shape & story to tell” but there is so much we can learn from each other by sharing our experiences and learnings. I […]
Broke the glass ceiling for women in the telecom regulatory space
Wednesday 26 April, 2023
I have been associated with the telecom industry almost since its inception and have seen the industry through its various ups and downs over a period of nearly 25 years. For a commerce/business economics student, it was a trial by fire when I joined the industry association ...