Kautilya Meets Kotter: Indian Paths to Leadership and Transformation

Discover the fusion of ancient Indian wisdom and modern leadership science.
In Kautilya Meets Kotter, author Shanmugam Vinayagam masterfully weaves together the strategic acumen of Kautilya's Arthashastra with John Kotter's transformational frameworks, creating a uniquely Indian lens on leadership, innovation, and change management. Drawing on rich case studies from Indian enterprises like Mehra Mills, Suryodaya Industries, TechTrend Solutions, and Bharat Dynamics, the book offers a practical, culturally grounded guide to solving contemporary workplace challenges.
Each chapter combines timeless philosophy with tools for modern management-be it emotional intelligence, agile teamwork, sustainability, or digital transformation. From chai pe charcha sessions to cross-cultural leadership in a globalized economy, this book champions inclusion, purpose, and ethics in the Indian business context.
Whether you're an HR leader, a business consultant, an educator, or an aspiring executive, this book will equip you with frameworks and insights that blend Dharma with data, Samvad with strategy, and Jugaad with innovation.