Esteemed Colleagues and Readers,

The 12th edition of HR Vista offers you a window to explore the many dimensions of leadership as it continues to evolve in today’s world. With the theme “Evolving Leadership: Thriving in a Dynamic Landscape,” this edition covers how leadership is being reimagined across workplaces.

What makes it particularly special are the thought pieces and personal stories that offer a unique, layered and honest exploration of leadership as seen from the ground up. As seen through these narratives, leadership is dynamic and deeply personal. What comes through powerfully is the realization that leadership can manifest in different forms across levels, and it evolves with differing roles and experiences. Instead of some grand prescriptions, the content offers grounded wisdom drawn from moments of challenge, mentorship, transformation, and unexpected insight.

For the HR community, it serves as a timely reminder of our unique role in capturing and amplifying these stories. As facilitators of culture and connection, we are often in a position to notice the quiet emergence of leadership, which may go unseen. Our task, therefore, is to recognize this potential in its earliest stages and foster spaces where people feel heard and valued.

This edition of HR Vista is a testament to that belief. I extend my heartfelt thanks to all our contributors who have so openly shared their stories and to the editorial team for thoughtfully curating these insights into a cohesive and thought-provoking collection.

As you turn these pages, I invite you to pause and reflect. I hope that as you engage with the content, it will encourage you to recognize leadership within yourself and in others.

Happy reading!

Udit Jain
Editor-In-Chief, HR Vista & Executive Director – (HR), IndianOil