Noida: GAIL (India) Limited has launched GAIL Agrima, a six-month Women Leadership Development Journey Programme, designed specifically for the company’s senior women executives. The initiative has been conceptualised by the GAIL Training Institute (GTI), Noida, in collaboration with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).
The programme was formally launched on October 22, 2026, by Ayush Gupta, Director (Human Resources), at the GAIL L&D Hub, GAIL Training Institute, Noida. The initiative aims to enhance the leadership capabilities of women executives, support their professional growth and build a stronger pipeline of future leaders within the organisation.
GAIL Agrima Programme Aims to Empower Women Leaders
Speaking at the inaugural ceremony, Ayush Gupta described GAIL Agrima as a first-of-its-kind leadership development journey for the company’s women executives. He encouraged the participants to engage fully with the programme and make the most of the learning and development opportunities it offers.
The six-month initiative is designed to unlock the potential of women professionals through structured mentorship, leadership development and greater collaboration. It also seeks to champion inclusivity at every level of the organisation and strengthen GAIL’s leadership pipeline.
Through this programme, GAIL aims to create an environment where women executives can develop their leadership capabilities and contribute more effectively to the organisation’s long-term growth.
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The inaugural session featured a keynote address by Pavitra Singh, Chief People Officer (CPO) and Vice President at PepsiCo India and South Asia. Singh shared insights from her professional journey and interacted with the participants on the challenges faced by women in leadership positions. She also discussed strategies for overcoming these challenges and navigating professional growth in leadership roles.
Praveer Agrawal, Executive Director (Training) and Officer-in-Charge of GTI, also addressed the gathering. He expressed confidence that the GAIL Agrima Programme would prove to be an inspirational and rewarding experience for the participants.
GAIL Training Institute and SHRM Collaborate on Leadership Development
Praveer Agrawal, Executive Director (Training) and Officer-in-Charge of the GAIL Training Institute, also addressed the gathering. He expressed confidence that the GAIL Agrima Programme would prove to be an inspirational and rewarding experience for the participating executives.
The launch event was attended by the SHRM PSE team, led by Ashissh Kaul, Senior Director – Consulting and Head, along with the programme participants and senior executives from GTI. The collaboration between GAIL Training Institute and SHRM brings together organisational learning and human resource development expertise to support the programme’s leadership development objectives.
Key Objectives of the Six-Month GAIL Agrima Programme
GAIL Agrima has been designed to support the professional development of senior women executives through a structured, six-month learning journey. Its key objectives include:
- Strengthening the leadership pipeline: Preparing women executives for greater leadership responsibilities within GAIL.
- Developing leadership potential: Helping participants identify and enhance their professional capabilities.
- Providing structured mentorship: Supporting continuous learning and leadership growth through mentorship.
- Promoting workplace inclusivity: Encouraging an inclusive organisational culture at every level.
- Fostering collaboration: Building stronger connections and cooperation across the organisation.
The programme reflects GAIL’s focus on developing talent internally and creating opportunities for women professionals to progress into leadership positions.
About GAIL (India) Limited
GAIL (India) Limited is a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India. Established in 1984, the company is a major player in India’s natural gas sector, with operations spanning natural gas transmission and marketing, gas processing, petrochemicals, liquefied natural gas (LNG) and renewable energy. GAIL plays an important role in developing India’s gas infrastructure and supporting the country’s energy security.
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