INTRODUCTION

“Namaste”. It’s a Indian way of extending greetings. Friends it is a day of Ganesh Puja, we pray Lord Ganesh for knowledge and good luck for new project. I want you to open  and read blog on
 “ Management practices based on Indian scriptures” with a click of a Mouse that is a vehicle for Lord Ganesh as stated in mythology.

On this auspicious day I am entering virtual world “as a netizen”. Internet and click of a mouse has made it possible to establish contact with you. I can reach all of you who will get interested in establishing a unique identity of our country i.e. India. Would you not agree that India is a force to reckon with?.  India has treasure of knowledge that survived over centuries. A new style is emerging as “Indian Management” that has a cultural background of its own. It is value based and stands out in post global financial melt down. Indra Nooyi, Vikram Pandit, Raghuram Rajan, all global business leaders in industry and banking inherit Indian culture.

Indus civilization has history of over 5000 years. Literature and scriptures based on observation of nature and behaviour of human beings are available that throw light on handling and managing situations in day to day life. Wisdom accumulated and enriched with experience is available. Would you not like to share and practice .

“Upnishadas” the early scripture well before Christ opens out relationship between the universe and individual human being.. The theme of these scriptures is that of Inclusive Philosophy that we refer today. Bhagwad Geeta represents essence of Vedas that explain practical way of managing relationships and management of self. The principles cover a wide range from conflict management to leadership keeping in mind ethical angle of issues involved. It is an excellent guide on actions to be taken without keeping in mind any expectations.

Pancha tantra is a scripture that explains practical tips for successful life.

Swami Vivekanand who gave his famous speech in the religious conference at Chicago in US  in 1893., brought out wisdom from scriptures that emphasized life based on values and ethical behaviour.

Kautilya’s Arthashastra a treatise on “Political Economics” is a very comprehensive document that explains Management of a Kingdom in a codified manner. When we read between the lines a clear message emerges that brings out principles of management that are practical and applicable in today’s industrial and commercial world.

Mahatma Gandhi – a lawyer by profession who jumped into freedom movement by accident became a leader of ‘Quit India’ Movement against British Raj. Today he has become inspiration for learning leadership skills in the Western countries. 

As a student of Management I felt that a time has come to develop and put forth the lessons that emerge out of these scriptures of Indian origin. My attempt is to share with you my view point in a structured manner.

I was encouraged by the support extended by Mr. S. M. Dutta, Ex-Chairman, Hindustan Unilever Ltd., Mr.A.K.D. Jadhav, Ex-Principal Secretary of Ministry of Mining and Heavy Metals   Mr. Rajendra Barwale, Managing Director of Mahyco Ltd. and Ms. Harshabeena Javeri Managing Director of NRB Bearings Mr.S.S. Godbole, Mr.Siva Shivaramkrishnan – Sr.Consultants, Prof. K.C.R. Raja Director of Rofel Institute of Management & Others.

Creation of the Blog has been possible due to teachings from my Guru late Mr.V.G. Karnik and discussions with Sr. friends like Dr. B. M. Kacholia. I owe a lot to my clients from business world who allowed me to share various experiences. Without technology support provided by Dr.Milind Deshpande, the blog would not be a reality.

With your involvement, I propose to share one post every week that will represent a pre-curser to the topic and welcome your comments. Let us together bring out Management Practices from Indian Scriptures.

 I welcome you as follower of this blog and thank you for sharing your views in advance.

The series begins with ‘Kautilya’s Arthashastra’.There are three posts.

A treatise on ‘Political Economics’ written in the year around 300 B.C. Let us talk about Indian Management just as we discuss Western Management and Japanese Management.