In his address, Shri Atul Sobti underscored the indispensable role of leadership in catalyzing excellence, innovation, and transformation within CPSEs. He emphasized that leadership in the public sector necessitates leaders to balance business performance with public purpose, operational efficiency with stakeholder expectations, and organizational priorities with larger national objectives.

Shri Sanjai Kumar, an alumnus of AGLP, shared his experience of the program and reflected on how the learning, peer interactions and global exposure had enriched his leadership perspective. He highlighted the program’s value in broadening strategic thinking, providing a wider understanding of global business practices.

AGLP 2.0 is designed as an immersive three-week leadership journey, comprising intensive workshops at IIM Calcutta and SCOPE, New Delhi, followed by an International Industry Study Tour. The program reflects SCOPE’s continued endeavour to strengthen the leadership pipeline of CPSEs and develop leaders who are future-ready, globally oriented and aligned with the larger vision of India’s public sector transformation.

Inaugurating the program, Shri Atul Sobti highlighted the pivotal role of leadership in driving excellence and innovation in PSEs. He emphasized SCOPE’s commitment to building future-ready leaders who are aligned with national priorities and global standards. Prof. Rajesh Babu reiterated IIM Calcutta’s continued focus on executive development and its long-standing collaboration with SCOPE in nurturing visionary public sector leaders.

In keeping with the prerogative of building a unique cadre of global leaders in PSEs, AGLP 2.0 is designed to forge the next generation of Board-level leaders for PSEs. By instilling strategic foresight, a global outlook, and adaptive leadership, the program empowers participants to navigate complex challenges and drive public sector transformation.

Shri Brajesh Kumar Upadhyay, Vice Chairman, SCOPE and CMD, Goa Shipyard Ltd.; Shri Vinay Ranjan, Director (Personnel), Coal India Ltd.; Shri Debi Prasad Satpathy, Director (HR), BEML; and several senior PSE officials were also present.

AGLP 2.0 encompassing training modules at IIM Calcutta, SCOPE, New Delhi, University of St. Gallen, Switzerland along with visits to various International organizations like WTO, ILO, IOE, OECD, GIZ etc. is one of SCOPE’s most coveted programs, meticulously crafted to challenge participants in their current roles and deepen their leadership acumen for the future. 32 senior executives hailing from various PSU’s  participated in the program.

The program was inaugurated by Shri Atul Sobti, DG, SCOPE and Member, Governing Body, ILO in the presence of Prof. B. P. Abraham, Director Incharge (Acting), IIM, Calcutta; Prof. Partha Priya Datta and Prof. Biswatosh Saha, Program Directors, AGLP. 32 senior executives hailing from 13 Public Sector Enterprises (PSEs), reflecting a rich mix of sectors and industries are partaking in the program which aims to equip senior executives with skills and knowledge to enhance their strategic capabilities.

 The program will be conducted over three weeks entailing Workshops at IIM, Calcutta and SCOPE, New Delhi and an International Study-cum-Business Tour.