The strategic initiatives we propose to undertake as part of our plan over the next few years position us well to lead this evolution.

I think the advantage of democracy is that it makes us less dependent on a group of leaders.

We give people major responsibilities even if they are only 60 per cent ready. Our experience is that people are pretty elastic when you give them responsibility, and they just grow rapidly with the job.

When the rate of change outside is more than what is inside, be sure that the end is near.

A girl child who is even a little bit educated is more conscious of family planning, health care and, in turn, her children's own education.

I was 21 and had spent the last few years in Stanford University Engineering School at California. Many people advised me to take up a nice, cushy job rather than face the challenges of running a hydrogenated oil business. Looking back, I am glad I decided to take charge instead. Essentially leadership begins from within. It is a small voice that tells you where to go when you feel lost. If you believe in that voice, you believe in yourself.

I strongly believe that those of us, who are privileged to have wealth, should contribute significantly to try and create a better world for the millions who are far less privileged