In India’s journey towards a 10 trillion-dollar economy, women will play a crucial role as their contribution to the country’s GDP keeps increasing. During our journey through Maharashtra, we met the inspirational Chetna Sinha, the founder of Mann Deshi Mahila Sahakari Bank who has been relentlessly working towards helping rural women take charge of their money. We met her and her team at their head office in Satara, to learn more about her journey, women’s relationship with money, and how financial literacy is the most important step towards their empowerment. In the second episode of this season of the Bharat Series, we bring you this tremendous story of resilience and fortitude.

Sitars and Tanpuras lie at the heart of Indian classical music. And integral to it is the small town of Miraj, in Maharashtra’s Sangli district, where these exquisite instruments are handcrafted. We went to Miraj to find out how this art form and business of making musical instruments have sustained for so many generations. On Episode 3 of Bharat Series Season 2 we bring you this heartwarming story.

Micro, small, and medium enterprises are the backbone of the Indian economy, promoting the spirit of entrepreneurship, employment generation and inclusive opportunities for growth with their widespread presence across sectors. Over the years reforms such as GST and various financing facilities have aided the industry to grow and emerge from the pandemic’s onslaught. An Atmanirbhar Bharat needs to have a vibrant MSME sector, and we decided to visit two such enterprises to get a pulse from the ground, hear about their journey, and understand how MSMEs are the growth engines of Bharat. We meet Mr. Laxminarayan Pai, one of the founders of Pai Brothers and someone who has seen the industry evolve. We also meet award-winning businessman and first-generation entrepreneur Mr. Prakash Jagtap, the founder of Saj Test Plant Pvt Ltd.

As one of the main pillars of India’s economy, the automotive industry is a good indicator of how well the country is doing. The contribution of this industry goes beyond economics to drive massive employment generation and technological advancement. Economic liberalisation and enabling policy interventions over the past few years have created a vibrant and competitive market, bringing in new players and deepening the presence of major global auto manufacturers in the country. India’s automotive sector is truly in top gear. In Pune, we visited Minda Corporation Limited, an automotive component company and discussed the trends and transitions in the auto industry that they are witnessing.

The Indian IT industry is one of the most important cornerstones of the nation’s economy. Commanding a significant global market share and recognition, the industry has grown to be a vital force in advancing the India story and employing millions nationwide. It has truly placed India on the global map as a force to reckon with. During our visit to Pune, we caught up with a veteran of the IT industry and the co-founder of KPIT Mr. Kishor Patil who has experienced the evolution of the Indian tech industry up close. From sending Indian programmers for short-term projects for overseas clients to creating high-end technology, the country has come a long way in becoming a force to reckon with. The Indian IT industry is truly a testament to Make in Bharat, Made for the World.

Sitars and Tanpuras lie at the heart of Indian classical music. And integral to it is the small town of Miraj, in Maharashtra’s Sangli district, where these exquisite instruments are handcrafted. We went to Miraj to find out how this art form and business of making musical instruments have sustained for so many generations. On Episode 3 of Bharat Series Season 2 we bring you this heartwarming story.