Power Within: The Leadership Legacy of Narendra Modi analyses PM Modi’s Leadership through an Indic civilizational perspective, and validates it with Western literature.
● “[T]he [book] explores how Indigenous knowledge and centuries-old wisdom can inform global leadership today and accelerate progress for some of the world’s most under-resourced communities.” – Bill Gates, Co-chair, of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
● “A thought-provoking book that will undoubtedly change perspectives and perceptions on powerful leadership.” –Anand Mahindra, Chairman, Mahindra Group.
● “R. Balasubramaniam's Power Within: The Leadership Legacy of Narendra Modi is a compelling exploration of leadership dynamics that has propelled India to greater heights.” – Falguni Nayar, Founder &CEO, Nykaa.
● Power Within is a timely, well-researched, and accessible book on effective public leadership that draws on valuable research, principles, and perspectives from both the East and the West.” – Deepa Mani, Deputy Dean, Executive Education & Digital Learning, ISB.
● “In this book, R. Balasubramanian sketches a portrait of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visionary leadership, using a blend of concepts drawn from Indic thinking and modern global literature.” – N Chandrasekaran, Chairman, Tata Sons.
● “Modi will be the most studied global leader in the centuries to come but what one needs is an “in-prism "understanding of his leadership from our civilizational worldview. Dr Balu fills an important gap here.” – Ajay Piramal, Chairman, Piramal Group.
Bengaluru, India, July 5, 2024: Distinguished development scholar and author, Dr.Ramaswami Balasubramaniam (Dr. Balu), also well-known for his pioneering development work with rural and tribal communities in Karnataka, India, launched his latest book, Power Within: The Leadership Legacy of Narendra Modi today. The book is a compelling narrative that offers a unique perspective on leadership, contrasting Western trait-oriented approaches with Indian practice-oriented philosophies.
The book launch event at Mangala Mantapa in Bengaluru was graced by eminent dignitaries like Spiritual and Social Leader Sadguru Madhusudan Sai, Archit Gupta, Founder and CEO, of Clear Tax ,Manish Sabharwal, Vice-Chairman, Team lease Services, Prashanth Prakash, Founding Partner, Accel, and Deepak Shetty, CEO and MD, JCB India Ltd., along with numerous thought leaders, philanthropists ,industry captains, policymakers, and avid readers. The bibliophiles had gathered to hear Dr. Balu talk about the civilizational wisdom of Bharat as seen through the lived experiences of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his new book. Last week, it was launched by Ajay Piramal, Chairman of Piramal Group, Former Niti Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant, NASSCOM President Debjani Ghosh, and Prof. B Mahadevan from IIM Bengaluru in an event at Pradhanmantri Sanghralaya in Delhi.
Power Within delves into the prime minister’s fifty years of public life, exploring the formative years that sowed the seeds of his purpose and leadership. Through poignant anecdotes from colleagues like Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the book sheds light on his relentless efforts, hard work, and communicative approach, which propelled him to the highest office in the country. It also underscores his continuous quest for self-discovery in the service of others, offering a road map for those aspiring to a life of public service.
Through a meticulously crafted narrative, Dr .Balasubramaniam captures the prime minister’s leadership journey, interpreting it through both Western and Indic lenses. This is a unique amalgamation of perspectives that provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of leadership dynamics, making it an essential read for anyone interested in public service and leadership development.
Sadguru Sri Madhusudan Sai shared his thoughts on the work, saying that “In Power Within: The Leadership Legacy of Narendra Modi, Dr. Balu encapsulates the essence of true leadership through the life and philosophy of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
” Bestselling Author Amish Tripathi praised the work stating: “Read this book to understand how Prime Minister Modi is reviving our dharmic civilization, so that India re-emerges as a Vishwa Guru.
”“Exercising leadership is a way of giving meaning to our lives by contributing to the lives of others. And such an opportunity to express leadership crosses our paths every day. What is required is the sensitivity to recognize purpose when it emerges and the courage to act on it as a labour of love.” - Dr. Balu’s newest book is full of such wisdom, and captures the essence of leadership in the truest sense. It is available to order on Amazon India.
About the Author
Dr. Ramaswami Balasubramaniam (Dr.Balu) is a distinguished development scholar, author, public policy advocate, and leadership trainer. Known for his pioneering development work with rural and tribal communities in Karnataka, India, he founded the Swami Vivekananda Youth Movement (SVYM) at the age of 19. With over 26 years of experience in development work, he pursued advanced degrees in leadership, organizational development, and public policy. He has served as the Frank H. T. Rhodes Professor at Cornell University and holds various academic positions globally. His previous works, Voices from the Grassroots and I, the Citizen, have received global acclaim. Dr. Balu is also the founder of the Grassroots Research and Advocacy Movement (GRAAM) and currently serves as a full-time member-HR in the Capacity Building Commission of the Government of India. Inspired by Swami Vivekananda's message, he is dedicated to inspiring leadership among India’s youth to build a resurgent nation. He also serves as Chairperson of the Social Stock Exchange Advisory Committee of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), reflecting his commitment to integrating social good with economic growth. For more information, visit https://drrbalu.com/
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