Principal Secretary to the Hon'ble PM inaugurates 2nd Batch of DAKSH, a SCOPE-CBC commitment for leadership excellence
Dr. P. K. Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Hon’ble Prime Minister launched the 2nd Batch of DAKSH, a flagship leadership program by Standing Conference of Public Enterprises (SCOPE) and Capacity Building Commission (CBC)
Dr. P. K. Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Hon’ble Prime Minister launched the 2nd Batch of DAKSH, a flagship leadership program by Standing Conference of Public Enterprises (SCOPE) and Capacity Building Commission (CBC). Ms. S. Radha Chauhan, Chairperson, CBC; Shri K. Moses Chalai, Secretary, DPE; Ms. Rachna Shah, Secretary, DoPT; Shri K.P. Mahadevaswamy, Chairman, SCOPE; Shri Atul Sobti, Director General, SCOPE and Dr. Alka Mittal, Member, Administration, CBC were also present during the launch at SCOPE Complex, New Delhi. The event was participated by eminent dignitaries including Secretaries from Government of India; Members, Public Enterprise Selection Board (PESB); Chief Executives, Directors and senior leadership of various Government Departments, CBC, Ministries and PSEs.
Developed through a collaboration between SCOPE and the Capacity Building Commission (CBC), GoI, DAKSH has already laid a strong foundation for a robust leadership ecosystem through its inaugural batch. With the launch of the 2nd Batch, the programme continues its mission of strengthening leadership capabilities and fostering excellence across India’s public sector.
While inaugurating the program, Dr. P.K. Mishra said that the Public Sector are architects of India’s industrial and infrastructure base and they have played and are still playing an important role in the development of the nation. He added that in an increasingly volatile world, Public Sector have the stability to bring about development and are uniquely placed for energy transition, but also cited the need for them to become competitive by being innovative and technology oriented. He further encouraged DAKSH participants to leverage the program, broaden their horizons and sharpen their judgment
Appreciating the unique leadership framework developed by CBC and SCOPE, Shri K. Moses Chalai advised that the next generation of leaders must be equipped with both clear vision and broad peripheral knowledge. He described DAKSH as a timely and vital intervention, designed to cultivate the high-calibre managers and leaders who will drive the nation’s economy forward.
Expressing his gratitude to Dr. P.K. Mishra and other distinguished dignitaries, Shri Atul Sobti remarked that, as the apex body of PSEs, SCOPE has always been driven by a core purpose: to remain relevant and meaningful. He highlighted that the DAKSH leadership program is a testament to this mission, cultivating leaders equipped to navigate dynamic and complex environments with vision, agility, and accountability.
Dr. Alka Mittal in her address shared that the DAKSH leadership program aims to fortify the human resource foundation by enhancing both individual and institutional capacity. She emphasized that the program is designed for future-readiness, framing leadership not just as a goal, but as a lifelong journey of growth.
The second cohort of DAKSH being organised in association with Knowledge partner Egon Zehnder and academic partner IIM Indore, brings together over 70 high-potential senior executives from various PSEs across the country. This 12-month immersive learning journey is meticulously designed to be future-focused, empowering participants with the strategic, behavioural, and transformational competencies required to navigate the complex and evolving challenges of the public sector.
