Naina Lal Kidwai

Naina Lal Kidwai is an influential Indian banker and business leader, known for her role as the first woman to lead a foreign bank in India. As the former country head of HSBC India, she has been instrumental in shaping banking practices and promoting financial inclusion in the country. Beyond her banking career, Kidwai is an advocate for women's empowerment and has served on various boards, including the Indian School of Business and the National Stock Exchange. Her contributions to finance and social causes have made her a respected figure in both the corporate sector and civil society.