India women have shown incredible grit and determination in the past few years. They have risen from the tyranny, asked for education and grown with an indomitable spirit. Certain women achievers have not just received appreciation, but have also inspired others to aspire.
Here is a list of top 10 motivational ladies of India:
1. Kiran Bedi
First woman IPS officer Kiran Bedi became the first woman to join the prestigious Indian Police Service. She has been known for being a pro-active police officer who supports unprejudiced justice. Winner of the Magsaysay Award, Bedi has been appreciated for her outstanding reforms in the police system. Presently, she leads the ‘India against Corruption’, where she creates awareness against recent political fiascos, mobilizes citizens to fight for the betterment of the country!
2. Chanda Kochchar
Head of ICICI Bank When many people thought women are not suitable to head large organizations, Kochchar took the banking industry by storm by heading ICICI Bank. She is now the chairperson of India’s largest private bank. She is one of the greatest inspirations for all the women looking forward to a corporate career.
3. Vidya Balan
Bollywood Actress Bollywood is one of the most influential industries in India and Vidya Balan proved to be the most influential women with her unique style. She always challenged the industry norms and never succumbed to the pressures of maintaining a glamorous image below that of an actor. The actress recently got married to Siddharth Roy Kapoor.
4. Nirupama Rao
First Full term Foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao, 53 is one of the greatest women in Indian History as she was handed over the task of transforming Indo-US ties. She did an excellent job and became the channel through which all the important decisions and meetings flow. Not only was she the first full term Foreign Secretary but she also became the first women spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs.
5. Barkha Dutt
Journalist Role model for millions for aspiring journalists, Barkha Dutt’s outstanding achievement in the field of journalism is well known. Her coverage of the Kargil War showcased her tenacity and her passion for reporting.
6. Arundhati Roy
Writer Featured as one of the most inspiring women in the world by Forbes Magazine, Arundhati Roy is a writer beyond comparison. A staunch supporter of human rights, this social activist writes majorly about the issues faced by Indian Society.
7. Kiran Rao
Film Producer/Writer/Director Kiran Rao came into limelight once she became the wife of famous Bollywood actor Aamir Khan. But being the wife of a superstar didn’t mean that she would be hidden in his limelight. The lady proved her mettle by producing some of the best films in Bollywood. Rao is known for helping Khan with his works and also guides him at each step.
8. Chitra Ramakrishna
Head of (National Stock Exchange) NSE Chitra Ramakrishna is one of the greatest women leaders in India. As a chartered accountant, she headed the world largest security exchange board NSE and made it a transparent system reaching out to different countries. In 2011, NSE recorded a profit of Rs 860 crore under her leadership.
9. Mary Kom
Sportsperson In a country where women are not encouraged to look forward to taking up sports as a career, Mary Kom proved that passion rules career choices. She has won medals in various National and international boxing events including the Olympics. Recently, she was awarded with Padma Bhushan and showed what women can achieve.
10. Kirthiga Reddy
Indian Head for Facebook Yes! Facebook’s Indian head is a woman. The lady took over the Indian center of Facebook and helped it grow under her leadership.
