A Paradigm Shift: Women In India's Financial Industry

By: Rachita Sharma, Managing Editor | Tuesday, 14 November 2023

In India, the connection between women and finance is a divine one. Not only is our revered Goddess Laxmi, the Goddess of wealth & finance, but women in India have also been the ones to hold the financial strings at home.

However, women’s relationship with finance beyond their household expense is not as rosy. For centuries, a majority of women did not work, could not amass wealth and were kept away from making major financial decisions at home.

But this perception is a thing of the past. Women in today’s modern India are reclaiming their finances. Be it being financially independent or financially educated women have been doing it all.

The rise of women in the finance field is an indicator of the paradigm shift in women’s relationship with finance.

A major role in motivating women to foray into the finance world is shining role models. Be it our finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman, BSE legend Deena Mehta or the scores of successful women leading major financial institutions in the country, women are no longer in the background.

The current edition of Women Entrepreneur India also introduces you to some such names who are shattering notions about women and finance.

For an instance take, Ankita Agarwal, Founder & Partner, Ankita Agarwal & Associates. She is an accomplished entrepreneur and CA professional with extensive experience of more than 10 years in a wide range of financial services, such as Tax, Internal Audit, Auditing, Accounting, and Financial Accounting, Ankita currently works as the Founder and Partner at Delhi-based leading CA venture,. Apart from her job, she also provides various training related to financial education and is currently working as a guest lecturer in Finance with various Government schools and colleges.

Dr. Sujata Seshadrinathan, Director, Basiz Fund Services is another pioneer in the field of finance & technology. Dr. Sujata is a distinguished professional with a Doctorate in Business Administration. With over two decades of experience, she excels in software design and development, specializing in fund administration, and has made significant contributions to the industry.

Poonam Chaudhary, VP, Angel One is another remarkable woman in finance. She is a seasoned finance professional with a remarkable leadership journey. She is known for spearheading significant initiatives, advocating for women in finance, and actively engaging in projects focused on financial education.

Read more about these women and the secret to their success in the Indian financial industry.

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