The Times Leadership Summit & Icons 2026 took place on 29th July 2026 at the Nirvana Luxury Hotel in Ludhiana. Organized by Optimal Media Solutions and Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. (The Times of India), this premier gathering convened visionary leaders, decision-makers, and change-makers to celebrate excellence in leadership, innovation, and community transformation across Punjab.
A major highlight of the summit was the formal recognition of FLO Amritsar Chairperson Tannya Khanna. She was presented with the prestigious leadership award by the Hon’ble Governor of Punjab, Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, alongside Guest of Honour, acclaimed actor Mugdha Godse. The award acknowledged FICCI FLO Amritsar’s transformative efforts under Khanna’s stewardship in advancing women-led entrepreneurship, strengthening MSMEs, promoting financial and digital literacy, and executing impactful community development initiatives.
The summit underscored the evolving role of women leaders in shaping the state’s economic landscape. Keynote addresses and panel discussions focused on bridging structural gaps for small and medium enterprises, expanding access to capital, and leveraging policy advocacy for long-term sustainability.
Key Takeaways
- Chairperson Tannya Khanna was honoured at the Times Leadership Summit & Icons 2026 for her outstanding leadership and contribution towards women-led entrepreneurship, MSME development and community transformation.
- The prestigious recognition celebrated the impactful work undertaken by FICCI FLO Amritsar in strengthening grassroots entrepreneurship, skill development, leadership and inclusive economic growth across Punjab.
- The award acknowledged FLO Amritsar’s efforts in creating sustainable opportunities for women entrepreneurs through initiatives focused on financial literacy, digital empowerment, MSME support, healthcare, heritage preservation and social impact.
- The honour reinforced the importance of collaborative partnerships between industry, government and civil society in building resilient entrepreneurial ecosystems.
- The recognition also highlighted the growing role of women leaders in shaping Punjab’s economic landscape through innovation, enterprise development and policy advocacy.
- The award was presented by the Hon’ble Governor of Punjab, Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, in the presence of Bollywood actor Mugdha Godse, celebrating leadership that combines business excellence with meaningful social change.
Impact & Outcome
2 FLO Chapter Chairpersons were recognised, and there were women entrepreneurs, MSMEs, community stakeholders, and grassroots beneficiaries across Punjab present at the award ceremony.
By celebrating leadership that successfully merges business acumen with meaningful social impact, the Times Leadership Summit & Icons 2026 reinforced public and institutional confidence in women-led enterprises, laying a strong foundation for future multi-sectoral collaborations across the region.