THE ASIATIC SOCIETY OF MUMBAI
The Literary Club of the Asiatic Society of Mumbai
invites you to a Book Discussion around “Embrace the Future”
by R. Gopalakrishnan & Hrishi Bhattacharyya
at 5.00 p.m. on Wednesday, 19th June 2024 in the Durbar Hall
The Literary Club of the Asiatic Society of Mumbai is pleased to invite you to a book discussion with R. Gopalakrishnan and Hrishi Bhattacharyya, as they discuss their new book “Embrace the Future,” at the Durbar Hall, Asiatic Society at 5 PM Wednesday, 19 June 2024. The authors will be in conversation with S. Ramadorai, author of “The TCS Story” and former Vice Chairman, TCS. The conversation will revolve around the theme “Why do families, societies, institutions, and companies hesitate to embrace the future? How can they rethink?”
Business Transformation is a live subject, one that authors R. Gopalakrishnan and Hrishi Bhattacharyya have had experience of in the course of leading their companies. Their learnings, supported by numerous examples, make for riveting reading. In life as in business, to effect a transformation, one needs a compelling narrative, one that inspires the organisation. It is also important to see transformation as a continuous endeavor that is made a part of work culture rather than to consider it as an exercise undertaken only in a crisis. As Gopalakrishnan and Bhattacharyya emphasise, companies that fail to adapt are destined to perish. One needs to learn from the past, manage the present and prepare for the future. We must imagine the future we desire and then integrate it into the present.
R. Gopalakrishnan has been involved in multiple organisational transformations during his professional career of over fifty years with Unilever and in the House of Tatas. This is his nineteenth book.
Hrishikesh Bhattacharyya is a management consultant, teacher, and author. In a career spanning fifty years, he was a senior Vice President in Unilever, based at their company headquarters in Europe.
We look forward to your participation in this discussion.
Tea will be served at 4.30 p.m.
- Prof. Mangala Sirdeshpande. Hon. Secretary Asiatic Society of Mumbai
- Meenal Kshirsagar, Vice President of the Society & Chairperson - ASM LitClub
THE ASIATIC SOCIETY OF MUMBAI
The Mumbai Research Centre
Part 2 of the series Mythical Mumbai
with Arundhuti Dasgupta and Utkarsh Patel
The Mumbai Research Centre of the Asiatic Society of Mumbai is happy to announce Part 2 of the series Mythical Mumbai with Arundhuti Dasgupta and Utkarsh Patel.
Mumbai's diverse cultural tapestry is woven with stories, customs, and traditions from its inhabitants. This presentation will explore:
- The narratives of the original tribes who contributed to Mumbai's development.
- The tales brought by global migrants who made Mumbai their home.
- The rich folklore that reflects the city's religious plurality.
In essence, these stories are intertwined with the city's history and the collective memory of its people, shaping Mumbai's unique identity.
Friday, 7th June 2024
Talk at 5:30 PM, Tea at 5 PM
Durbar Hall, The Asiatic Society of Mumbai.
- Prof. Mangala Sirdeshpande, Hon. Secretary, Asiatic Society of Mumbai
- Dr. Shehernaz Nalwalla, Vice President of the Society, & Chairperson – MRC
THE ASIATIC SOCIETY OF MUMBAI
The Mumbai Research Centre
Afghan Church Walk with Kirtida Unwalla and Sharon Irani
The Mumbai Research Centre of the Asiatic Society of Mumbai is happy to announce the Afghan Church walk with Kirtida Unwalla and Sharon Irani.
Discover the fascinating story of how this elegant church, with its striking Indo-Gothic architecture, became a symbol of resilience and unity during times of conflict. From its origins as a memorial to British soldiers who perished in the First Afghan War to its restoration as a beacon of cultural heritage, each corner of the Afghan Church whispers tales of courage, sacrifice, and the enduring legacy of Bombay's connection with Afghanistan and the North West Frontier.
SATURDAY, 1ST JUNE 2024
10 AM
AFGHAN CHURCH
₹750/- (₹500/- FOR MEMBERS)
Registration links:
General: https://rzp.io/l/AfghanChurchGEN
Member: https://rzp.io/l/AfghanChurchMEMBER
- Prof. Mangala Sirdeshpande, Hon. Secretary Asiatic Society of Mumbai
- Dr. Shehernaz Nalwalla, Vice President of the Society & Chairperson – MRC