India for the World | BCG + Mint Podcast

What does it really take to build a brand from India for the world? In this episode of India for the World, a leadership series by Mint and BCG, host Soumya Gupta from Mint is joined by Saugata Gupta (MD & CEO, Marico) and Abheek Singhi (Managing Director & Senior Partner, BCG) to decode how Indian consumer brands can scale globally. From affordability and distribution to premiumisation and digital-first strategies, the conversation dives deep into the realities of building brands in one of the world’s most diverse markets—and taking them beyond borders.

What will it take for India to move from a large domestic market to a true global manufacturing powerhouse? In this episode of India For The World, osted by T. Surendar-Consulting Editor at Mint is joined by Dr. Anish Shah, Group CEO & MD, Mahindra Group, and Dr. Janmejaya Sinha, Chairman, BCG India. The conversation explores how India can build world-class products at scale, compete on cost and quality, and become a critical part of global supply chains. From infrastructure and logistics to R&D, talent, and policy reforms, the leaders discuss the real enablers behind “Make in India for the world.” They also examine shifting boardroom strategies, supply-chain resilience, rare earth dependencies, and the need for higher value creation through innovation and IP, not just manufacturing volume. With strong demographics, rising domestic demand, and growing global interest, is India ready to become indispensable to the world economy?

Can India move from being the world’s tech services hub to building tech for the world? In this episode of India for the World by Mint and BCG, we dive deep into India’s evolving tech ecosystem - from services and AI to products, R&D, and intelligence arbitrage. Host Shouvik Das (Editor, Mint) is joined by Rajiv Gupta (Managing Director & Senior Partner, BCG) and Tiger Tyagarajan (Former CEO, Genpact; Senior Advisor, Bain Capital) to unpack India’s $300B tech services story, the $10 trillion global tech opportunity, AI talent, GCC growth, and what it will take for India to lead the next phase of global technology. A sharp, honest conversation on strengths, gaps, mindset shifts, and why the future of Indian tech lies in combining scale with solutions.

In this episode of India for the World, brought to you by Mint and BCG, we dive deep into India’s rapidly evolving AI ecosystem. Abhishek Singh, Additional Secretary at the Ministry of Electronics and IT and CEO of the India AI Mission, joins Saibal Chakraborty, BCG’s Managing Director and Technology Lead, to discuss how India is making AI accessible to the masses and driving innovation beyond global standards. From solving the country’s compute shortage by making 34,000 GPUs available at a fraction of global costs, to launching the AI Coach platform with over a thousand datasets for startups and researchers, the India AI Mission is empowering entrepreneurs, engineers, and the industry at large. Listen in as they break down the mission’s seven key pillars, the role of government and private sector collaboration, and India’s growing position in the global AI landscape. #IndiaForTheWorld #IFTW #AIinIndia #MadeInIndia #AIForTheWorld #LeadershipPodcast

India’s workforce is no longer just about numbers, it’s about skills, adaptability, and innovation. In this episode of India for the World Podcast, Mint’s Shouvik Das speaks with Arundhati Bhattacharya (President and CEO - Salesforce, South Asia) and Sreyssha George (Managing Director & Partner, BCG) on how India’s talent base is reshaping industries worldwide. From generational shifts in career mindsets to the rise of AI adoption, reverse brain drain, and ambitious upskilling this conversation dives deep into how India’s young and dynamic talent pool is shaping the future of global innovation.

Is India truly poised to lead the global startup race? In this episode of India for the World—a leadership podcast by Mint and BCG — host Ranjani Raghavan dives deep with Rajan Anandan, Managing Director at Peak XV, and Alpesh Shah, MD & Senior Partner at BCG, to unpack the big questions. Explore: India's twin-engine startup model (tech + manufacturing) The next wave of global-scale innovation from India How Indian founders are disrupting the US and global markets Key challenges, policy shifts, and bold strategies shaping the future If you're interested in India's startup ecosystem, venture capital, or global expansion strategies, this is a must-watch conversation. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insights on India's journey to becoming a global powerhouse.

In this episode of 'India for the World Podcast by Mint and BCG', we explore India's ambitious energy transition goals. Join host Nehal Chaliawala, as he discusses renewable energy, green hydrogen, and storage solutions with Mahesh Kolli, Founder and Group President - Greenko Group, and Vishal Mehta, Leader for Energy Practice - Boston Consulting Group in India. Discover India's vision of becoming a global powerhouse in green energy, the challenges of achieving 500 gigawatts of renewable energy by 2030, and the role of green hydrogen in transforming India's energy market.

In the first episode of India for the World Podcast by Mint and Boston Consulting Group, host Gopika Gopakumar explores how credit bureaus are reshaping access to finance in India. Featuring V. Anantharaman, Chairman of TransUnion CIBIL, and Yashraj Erande, India Lead for Financial Institutions at Boston Consulting Group, the conversation dives into the journey of credit bureaus, their role in democratizing credit, and how tech and data are accelerating financial inclusion. From policy-making insights to future predictions for 2047, this episode decodes how India is building a more inclusive and robust financial ecosystem.

India’s rise isn’t coming. It’s already underway — with scale, strategy, and intent. From AI to defence, digital public infrastructure to talent — this is where India's answers to global questions take shape. Welcome to India for the World — A leadership podcast series by Boston Consulting Group in partnership with Mint, where industry leaders decode the blueprint behind India's global ascent. Watch the latest episodes on the Mint YouTube channel. Conversations streaming soon on HT Smartcast and all audio streaming platforms.