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There are moments that go beyond celebration; they become milestones. The Award Nights held on June 24th and 25th, 2025, in Mumbai were exactly that. Over two unforgettable evenings, we honored the organizations that are not just building businesses but shaping the future of work in India.
From heartfelt stories of purpose-driven leadership to the thunderous applause for companies that put people first, the atmosphere was electric, emotional, and deeply inspiring.
Day 1: Honoring India’s Great Mid-Size Workplaces 2025
The evening of June 24th was a celebration of heart, hustle, and humanity. As the sun dipped below the Mumbai skyline, the stage lit up to honor the Top 100 India’s Great Mid-Size Workplaces 2025 – organizations that have redefined what it means to lead with trust and care.
From the welcome address to the unveiling of the research report by Balbir Singh, CEO of Great Place To Work® India, every moment was a tribute to cultures built on purpose. The felicitation ceremony unfolded in five vibrant segments, each spotlighting companies that have gone the extra mile to create inclusive, empowering environments.
Among the top three recognized were:
These organizations stood out not just for their performance, but for the way they make their people feel – valued, heard, and inspired.
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Day 2: CEO Conclave & India’s Best Companies
June 25th was a day of vision, voice, and victory. It began with the Best Employers’ Club CEO Conclave, where some of India’s most influential leaders gathered to explore the theme: The 31 Effect – Influence. Innovation. Impact.
From Ajai Chowdhry, co-founder of HCL Tech, to Sumit Harjani of Harvard Business Impact, and Patu Keswani of Lemon Tree Hotels, the sessions were rich with insights on purpose-driven leadership, transformation, and building brands that matter.
As the evening unfolded, the spotlight shifted to the grand celebration of:
- India’s Best Companies to Work For 2025
- Best Companies Legends 2025
- India’s Best Employers Among Nation-Builders 2025
The room pulsed with energy and admiration as we honored organizations that have consistently raised the bar for workplace culture.
The top three India’s Best Companies to Work For were:
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Legends & Nation Builders: A Legacy of Impact
Some organizations don’t just make it to the top – they stay there. This year, we celebrated the Best Companies Legends 2025, including:
- Barbeque Nation Hospitality Limited
- Salesforce
These legends have been recognized for 10 or more years, proving that consistency, care, and culture are the true markers of greatness.
As we move on, we also honored 14 exceptional organizations as India’s Best Employers Among Nation-Builders 2025 – entities that are not only driving business success but also contributing to national progress.
Learn more about the Nation Builders and how your organization can become one
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A Celebration of People, Purpose, and Progress
As the curtains closed and the Wall of Fame lit up, one thing was clear – this wasn’t just an event. It was a movement. A movement toward making India a Great Place To Work® For All™ .
To every organization that made it to the list, and to every leader who continues to put people first – thank you. You are the reason we celebrate. You are the reason we keep going.
Until next year, let’s keep building workplaces where everyone thrives.
