What does four decades of public service teach you about power, responsibility and the people behind the decisions?

In this episode of Beyond The Norm, Dr. Divya Jaitly speaks with Bharati Das, Ex Bureaucrat, Former Controller General of Accounts, Ministry of Finance, GOI and Public Policy Finance Expert.

With four decades of service in the Indian Administrative Service, Bharati Das has held senior leadership responsibilities across Finance, Home Affairs, External Affairs and Health, contributing to public policy, governance and national initiatives.

The conversation goes beyond the designation to explore the human side of public service, the moments that shape character, the weight of decisions that affect millions, leadership during extraordinary circumstances and the realities women encounter while navigating institutions of power.

Dr. Divya and Bharati Das also reflect on authority versus influence, leadership without imitation, the meaning of power and the qualities that distinguish those who seek authority from those who genuinely seek to serve.

A conversation about service, leadership, resilience and the responsibility of shaping India's next generation of public leaders.

🎧 Listen to the full episode and reflect on what leadership means when the responsibility extends far beyond oneself.

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