Mother’s Day 2023: Honoring All Kinds of Moms in India
This year, Mother’s Day in India falls on May 14. Like every year, people try to make it special for their moms — some buy gifts, some help around the house, and others just spend time with them. Honestly, Mother’s Day is more than just a day; it’s a reminder to appreciate all the moms who work super hard, often being the backbone of their families.
Whether she’s managing a home, juggling a job, or even leading a company, a mother’s role is huge. Moms aren’t just caretakers; many are the main earners, the emotional rock, and honestly, sometimes the entire world for their kids. And the same goes the other way — moms see their kids as everything too.
This Mother’s Day, we want to celebrate something special — the incredible Indian women who are CEOs and moms at the same time. Let’s take a look at how these women balance big careers with motherhood.
Radhika Gupta: CEO and New Mom
Radhika Gupta runs Edelweiss Mutual Fund and is also a mother to a baby. She’s talked openly about how she manages both roles — planning carefully, staying patient, and always solving problems on the fly. Back in January, she even shared a picture of her baby at work. Just imagine how much multitasking that takes! It’s inspiring to see someone lead a big company and still be so hands-on with her family.
Malika Sadani: From Mom to Entrepreneur
Malika Sadani started The Moms Co. in 2017 because she wanted safe, toxin-free skincare for her kids. She was a banker before, but becoming a mom changed everything. Her brand grew from that personal need into a well-known company trusted by many families. It’s cool how her journey shows that being a mom can totally reshape your career in unexpected and awesome ways.
Falguni Nayar: Building Nykaa with Her Kids
Falguni Nayar is one of India’s richest self-made women, leading the popular beauty brand Nykaa. What’s really interesting is that her children are also involved in the business now — her son Adwaita runs Nykaa Fashion, and her other son Anchit handles the retail and e-commerce side. It feels like a family project where everyone supports each other, which is pretty heartwarming.
Namita Thapar: Stylish and Proud Mom
Namita Thapar, the CFO of Emcure Pharmaceuticals, shares a lot about her family on social media. She has two kids, whom she named after famous characters from the movie Sholay. She posts fun, quirky pictures with them and seems to enjoy blending family life with her high-powered career. It’s nice to see someone so successful still finding joy and humor in motherhood.
Vineeta Singh: CEO and Weekend Teacher
Vineeta Singh started Sugar Cosmetics and manages the company with her husband. As a mom of two, she talks about spending extra time on weekends teaching her kids important values. She believes kids learn more from what parents do than what they say — and that really hits home. She’s a good example of balancing work and family by making small but meaningful moments count.
Ghazal Alagh: Mompreneur Motivation
Last year’s Mother’s Day was special for Ghazal Alagh, CEO of MamaEarth, because she celebrated it with her newborn. She says becoming a mom made her stronger and motivated her business decisions. With two kids, Ghazal talks about how motherhood fuels her passion and keeps her grounded. It’s inspiring to hear how her family shapes her work and life.
Indira Nooyi: Balancing It All
Indira Nooyi, former CEO of PepsiCo, has spoken honestly about how hard it can be to balance work and family. When her kids and company both needed her attention, she developed ways to cope with the stress. Her story reminds us that even the biggest bosses struggle sometimes — and that support systems matter a lot.
Anjali Sud: Leading with Confidence
Anjali Sud, CEO of Vimeo, recently welcomed her second son and shared the news on LinkedIn. She’s always been a role model for working moms, showing how you can push forward at work and still be there for your family. She’s done lots of different jobs before, and her journey encourages others to take on challenges without giving up on what matters most.
A Salute to All Moms This Mother’s Day
These women are just a few examples of moms who work full-time, run businesses, and still care deeply for their families. But honestly, there are so many other moms out there — single parents, women juggling dreams and daily struggles, often facing burnout. They deserve so much respect.
So when you’re thinking about what to do or get your mom this Mother’s Day, remember — sometimes the best gift is just asking what truly makes her happy. It might be your name, but maybe there’s something more she wants. Listening could be the real way to celebrate her independence and strength.
