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Bhaskar Bhat, Director of Tata Sons Private Limited, offers a unique perspective on Indianism, challenging the notion that population is a problem. "Our people are our strength," he says. Recounting a poignant encounter with a proud owner of a 25-year-old Titan watch, Bhat emphasizes the power of human emotion and notes that India's transformation is driven by its people, their aspirations, and the collective spirit shaping the new India. Human intelligence–HI–he notes, is also Human Intuition, Inspiration, and Insight—qualities machines lack.
About Bhaskar Bhat:
Bhaskar Bhat embarked on his professional journey in 1978 as a Management Trainee at Godrej & Boyce Manufacturing Company, subsequently holding roles in the Tata Watch Project and Titan Company Limited. He maintained a long association with Titan Company Limited and retired as Managing Director in 2019. Currently, he serves as the Director of Tata Sons Private Limited. Bhaskar also chairs the Board of Governors at the National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, and is a Board Member of IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation. Additionally, he holds the position of Independent Director at Bosch India Ltd and Kansai Nerolac Paints Limited. Bhaskar is an alumnus of IIT Madras and IIM Ahmedabad.
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About INK:
INK is India’s preeminent platform for the exchange of cutting-edge ideas and inspiring stories. Known for the annual INK Conference, INK Asia, INK Salons, and programs such as INK Fellows, we are a community that accelerates the journeys of game changers. Connect with us: inktalks.com
Bhaskar Bhat, Director of Tata Sons Private Limited, offers a unique perspective on Indianism, challenging the notion that population is a problem. "Our people are our strength," he says. Recounting a poignant encounter with a proud owner of a 25-year-old Titan watch, Bhat emphasizes the power of human emotion and notes that India's transformation is driven by its people, their aspirations, and the collective spirit shaping the new India. Human intelligence–HI–he notes, is also Human Intuition, Inspiration, and Insight—qualities machines lack.
About Bhaskar Bhat:
Bhaskar Bhat embarked on his professional journey in 1978 as a Management Trainee at Godrej & Boyce Manufacturing Company, subsequently holding roles in the Tata Watch Project and Titan Company Limited. He maintained a long association with Titan Company Limited and retired as Managing Director in 2019. Currently, he serves as the Director of Tata Sons Private Limited. Bhaskar also chairs the Board of Governors at the National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, and is a Board Member of IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation. Additionally, he holds the position of Independent Director at Bosch India Ltd and Kansai Nerolac Paints Limited. Bhaskar is an alumnus of IIT Madras and IIM Ahmedabad.
Follow Bhaskar Bhat Here: linkedin.com/in/bhaskar-bhat-9540781aa
About INK:
INK is India’s preeminent platform for the exchange of cutting-edge ideas and inspiring stories. Known for the annual INK Conference, INK Asia, INK Salons, and programs such as INK Fellows, we are a community that accelerates the journeys of game changers. Connect with us: inktalks.com










