CM Revanth meets Indian students at Harvard Business School, shares vision of `Telangana Rising’

Cambridge: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy shared his vision for a `Telangana Rising’ with Indian students at Harvard Business School (HBS).

Spending an evening with the students, he urged the next generation of leaders to become global brand ambassadors for the state.

Despite a grueling schedule as a student himself—currently enrolled in the "Leadership in the 21st Century" executive program at the Harvard Kennedy School—CM Revanth took time after a 12-hour day of classes and assignments to meet with the HBS cohort.

A Personal "Mantra for Success"

During the informal yet high-energy session, the Chief Minister moved beyond policy talk to share personal insights. When asked about his journey, he offered a candid "mantra for success" rooted in resilience:

Adaptability: Navigating the "chaos and conflict" of modern leadership.

Courage: Taking bold steps even when the path is not clearly defined.

Empathy: Understanding the challenges of the people you serve to create a meaningful impact.

"True leadership isn't just about holding a position; it’s about the practice of driving change amidst uncertainty," the CM remarked, echoing themes from his current Harvard curriculum.

Telangana Rising: A Global Brand

Revanth Reddy used the platform to pitch the #TelanganaRising initiative, highlighting Hyderabad’s evolution into a global tech and healthcare hub. He encouraged the HBS students—many of whom are part of the influential Indian diaspora—to leverage their elite networks to bring talent and investment back to India.

Key Highlights of the Interaction:

Brand Ambassadors: The CM invited students to champion the strengths of Telangana’s industrial ecosystem and the "Future City" project.

Career Paths: He engaged with students on their aspirations, discussing how professional management skills can revolutionize public administration.

Global Collaboration: Discussions touched upon his recent meetings with Harvard-X and Kennedy School leadership to bring world-class educational frameworks to Telangana’s local schools.

Historical Academic Engagement

The interaction underscores a historic moment: Revanth Reddy is the first sitting Indian Chief Minister to undergo an Ivy League certification while in office. His week-long stint involves a rigorous routine of 7:00 AM classes, case study analyses, and group projects alongside policymakers from over 20 countries.

By bridging the gap between an Indian state's administration and the world's premier business school, the Chief Minister aims to reposition Telangana not just as a destination for business, but as a center for intellectual and leadership excellence.