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E-Week 2010By - SWAYAM
STALWARTS
It is my proud privilege to Introduce
Dr.Verghese Kurien
Formal Chairman, Gujarat Co-operative Milk Manufacturer’s
Federation
Who is Dr.Kurien?
The Father of the “White Revolution”
Milkman of INDIA
The man behind genesis of Amul
Architect of Operation Food
The chairman GCMMF
Why is he Famous?
• Amul is reason enough !• There’s more –
– Back in 1970s, when “Indian Industrial Reforms” was not even thought of, he worked on forming one of the biggest co-operative movements for milkmen
– No professionals, lack of Govt support• But he continued, and lead the change !
Operation Flood
Largest dairy development program in the world
• Due to this, India became largest milk producer in the world
Implementation fraught with challenges :• Plethora of stakeholders – small, rural
farmers; co-operatives• Long-term initiative – convincing these
people was a challenge• Administrative hurdles• Government apathy and bureaucracy
Leading to…
Environment
Civil SocietyBusiness Society
SUSTAINABLEDEVELOPMENT
Awards and recognitions for Dr.Kurien
Magsaysay Award for Community Leadership
Padma Shri
Padma Bhushan
Padma Vibhushan
Krishi Ratna
International Person of the Year(1993)
How did he learn leadership?
• Recognizing what fate gives you and building on it
• Learning from mentors, though educated lesser
• Recognition on one’s shortcomings
• Courage in failure• Knowledge of varied domains• Meticulous & Hard Working
Lessons from Dr. KurienAspect Character
Attributes Open Minded
Humility
Resolve
Capabilities Learning & Knowledge
Business understanding
Behavior Networking Skills
Honesty
Style Communication
Thinking Big
Never Say Die Spirit
Conclusion
• A few blips aside, Kurien has been a successful leader beyond doubt
• Kurien’s life serves as a lesson in leadership
• The lessons from his life should be customized to whatever setting we belong to and be applied