Energy Crisis & Supply Shock: Godrej’s Pirojsha On India’s Atmanirbhar Push

In this powerful conversation with Siddharth Zarabi, Group Editor, Business Today, Pirojsha Godrej shares a sharp and balanced perspective on India’s push towards Atmanirbharta amid rising global uncertainties. While acknowledging that globalization has driven massive growth and lifted millions out of poverty, he highlights how recent disruptions - from the pandemic to geopolitical tensions and the Strait of Hormuz crisis - have exposed vulnerabilities in global supply chains. Godrej emphasizes that India must now focus on building self-reliance in critical sectors to ensure economic and national security. However, he cautions that this transition will not be easy or quick. This insightful take captures the shifting global order and India’s urgent need to strengthen domestic capabilities for long-term resilience and growth.