Mihir Kumar Jhaveri Honored with HR Innovation Award at HDM Awards 2025

Mihir Kumar Jhaveri was recognized with the prestigious “HR Innovation Award” at the HDM Awards (Human Resources Development & Management) 2025, an event organized by Indian Conventions. The grand ceremony took place at Pride Plaza, Delhi, bringing together some of the most distinguished leaders and visionaries in the HR industry.

This award is a testament to Jhaveri’s commitment to driving innovation in human resources. Over the years, he has consistently worked towards fostering inclusive cultures, enabling leadership, and implementing strategies that empower both individuals and organizations. His philosophy extends beyond policies and technology—focusing on people-centric transformation that makes a tangible impact in the workplace.

The event was graced by some of the most respected thought leaders in the HR domain, including:

• Dr. TV Rao – Chairman, TV Rao Learning Systems

• Dr. S.Y. Siddiqui – Former Executive Advisor, Maruti Suzuki India Limited

• Dr. GP Rao – Founder, Good People Relations

• Dr. Asha Bhandarker – Distinguished Professor, IMI-Delhi

• Sunil Goyal – Dy. Chief Executive Officer, Sopra Steria India

• Emmanuel David, ACC ICF – MD, Grid International India & Board Member, Aster DM Healthcare

• Dr. Sanjay Muthal – CEO, ArgoLynx Consulting LLP

• Dr. Rajeshwari Narendran – Director, NSB-NTPC School of Business

• Dr. Prasoon M. Tripathi – Director, IMS Ghaziabad – Business School

• Dr. Saagarika Ghoshal – Managing Director, Matchboard

• Talees Rizvi – CMD & Founder, Indian Conventions & Tackyon IT Consulting Pvt. Ltd.

Alongside these industry pioneers, Jhaveri also had the opportunity to connect with esteemed HR professionals such as Neeraj Goel, Akshay Bahl, Sharon Nijhawan, Ashutosh Anshu, Dr. Aquil Busrai, Aditya Joshi, Dr. Bhagirath Shanbhag, Ashish Parpani, Anjali Sachdeva, Prateek Dubey, Varun Sachdeva, Saumya Jaiswal, and Supriya Singh.

Reflecting on this moment, Jhaveri expressed that leadership in HR is never a solo journey. It is built on collaboration, continuous learning, and resilience. He extended his heartfelt gratitude to his mentors who have played a pivotal role in shaping his career, including Dr. Pallab Bandyopadhyay, Anand Pillai, Dilip Keshu, Irfan Khan, Umang Nahata, Jaimin Shah, and Pranav Pandya. A special mention was given to Amit Mehta for his unwavering support and guidance.

Acknowledging the role of teamwork in his success, Jhaveri also thanked his incredible colleagues Dr. Anavaratham PM, Hitesh V., Nirav Oza, Amrita Desai, and Jigar Mistry. He emphasized that this achievement belongs to all those who believe in the power of HR to create meaningful change.

The HR Innovation Award stands as a recognition of Mihir Kumar Jhaveri’s dedication to shaping the future of HR. His vision continues to inspire professionals across industries to drive transformation and make a lasting impact in the world of work.

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