As India steps confidently into 2026, a new wave of visionary leadership is redefining what progress truly means. These trailblazers are not driven by ambition alone—they are guided by purpose, innovation, and a commitment to creating lasting impact. Across technology, entrepreneurship, sustainability, education, wellness, and creative industries, they are challenging conventions and building solutions that reflect the aspirations of a fast-evolving nation.
In Top 10 Visionary Leaders Reshaping India’s Future in 2026, we spotlight ten exceptional individuals who are transforming ideas into influence. Their journeys reflect courage, clarity, and executional excellence—blending fresh thinking with responsible growth. These leaders are not just shaping industries; they are shaping mindsets. They are the voices, builders, and changemakers steering India toward a more progressive, inclusive, and globally influential future.
1. Manobal Maharathi Glamika: Helping People Achieve Holistic Success
Ms. Glamika Patel, popularly known as Manobal Maharathi Glamika, is a renowned Mind Power, Performance, and Success Coach committed to inner growth and holistic development. Through structured mind-training programs, she empowers individuals to build clarity, confidence, and peak performance.
She is Chhattisgarh’s first Success Principles Trainer certified by Jack Canfield and India’s first Transgender Memory Trainer certified by the Indian Memory Sports Council (IMSC), reflecting her pioneering leadership and inclusive vision.
Working with Manobal Maharath Services, she actively supports training and wellness initiatives, emphasizing that success is predominantly shaped by mindset. Honored with 20+ awards, she continues to inspire students, professionals, and entrepreneurs toward self-reliance and nation-building.
2. Abhilash Prabhakar: Redefining Industrial Leadership with Purpose and Vision
Abhilash Prabhakar (born 21 September 1979) is a pioneering industrialist and transformative leader bridging traditional industrial strength with people-centric management. As Chairman of Emperyan Holdings and Emperyan Heaven Pte Ltd, he consolidated Asia’s fragmented oil refinery sector, capturing 40% of the regional market. A Harvard Business School alumnus and Bangalore native, Abhilash combines operational grit with global corporate governance expertise.
Entering the energy sector in 2010, he stabilized supply chains through strategic mergers and expanded infrastructure with Emperyan Heaven Infrastructure Private Limited, executing large-scale projects efficiently. Beyond business, as Managing Trustee of Emperyan Trust, he champions social impact, conscious capitalism, and grassroots development. Known for empowerment, integrity, and innovation, Abhilash balances professional success with personal passions, shaping India’s industrial landscape with a human-first philosophy.
3. Mohammad Imran Ansari: Pioneering Cloud, DevOps, and AI-Driven Automation in India
Mohammad Imran Ansari is a visionary technology leader reshaping how organizations leverage cloud computing, DevOps, and AI-driven automation. With over 20 years of experience, he specializes in engineering scalable systems, optimizing enterprise operations, and delivering measurable business impact. Imran has spearheaded transformative initiatives that enhance deployment efficiency, system resiliency, and operational performance. Through his leadership, engineering teams across industries have embraced modern DevOps, cloud solutions, and AI practices, fostering innovation and excellence. Author of “Confessions of a DevOps Engineer”, he is also a mentor dedicated to developing the next generation of tech leaders. Recognized as a defining voice in India’s technology ecosystem, Mohammad Imran Ansari continues to drive digital transformation in 2026 and beyond.
4. Mrs. V. Mounika: Building Devi’s Delicious Delight with Heart, Discipline, and Quiet Determination
Mrs. V. Mounika is a resilient entrepreneur and the founder of Devi’s Delicious Delight, a growing culinary brand built on authenticity, discipline, and heartfelt flavors. Her journey began in a small home kitchen, where cooking was not a business strategy but a necessity driven by determination. With limited resources and no safety net, she launched Deveshi Fresh Homemade Foods in October 2024, earning trust through consistency and homely taste. Encouraged by loyal customers, she expanded her vision with the opening of Deveshi Delights Restaurant on 20 April 2025. As the brand evolved into Devi’s Delicious Delight, it became a symbol of comfort, hygiene, and reliability. Today, in Kolkata, Mrs. Mounika’s quiet persistence stands as an inspiring example of purpose-led entrepreneurship.
5. Aman Thakran Founder & CEO, BharatFare Travel & Technologies Ltd, UK
From Bajitpur Thakran to the UK–India travel corridor, Aman Thakran is building BharatFare Travel & Technologies Ltd, UK with an uncompromising obsession for scale, execution, and long-term value creation. As Founder and CEO, Aman Thakran is aggressively expanding a WhatsApp-first travel-tech platform engineered to dominate high-volume international routes. The strategy is ruthless and clear: automation at scale, pricing intelligence, and conversion discipline. Under Aman Thakran’s leadership, BharatFare is entering a phase of sustained GMV growth, rising repeat demand, and operational profitability, supported by a 10-year compounding roadmap targeting ₹200+ crore in annual GMV. Aman Thakran is defined by speed, unit economics, and durable systems—building a platform that partners trust, lenders back, and markets respect.
6. Dr. Rajesh Ramadas: Redefining the Future of Research Education
Dr. Rajesh Ramadas is a visionary leader redefining research and education transformation as Director – Research & Education at Thirtyone Ventures. With a proven track record of facilitating 200+ PhD completions in just three years, he has empowered scholars across India and international universities through structured PhD, Post-Doctorate, and Honorary Doctorate pathways. Holding an DLitt in Education and serving as a Global Goodwill Ambassador (USA), Dr. Ramadas combines academic excellence with humanitarian service.
His expertise spans admissions, thesis mentoring, research publications, and global conferences—making him a trusted force shaping the future of research education worldwide.
7. Vikas Juneja Steps into the Food Industry, Bringing Delhi a New Culinary Experience with the Launch of “Juneja’s Rasoi”
Vikas Juneja, a Delhi-based entrepreneur and a graduate of the University of Delhi, brings with him over 10 years of rich business experience. He has been instrumental in expanding Iconic Fashion Group, contributing significantly to its steady growth and market presence.
Taking a bold step towards his passion and long-standing dream, Vikas has now entered the food industry with the launch of “Juneja’s Rasoi.” The venture is built on the vision of offering authentic, high-quality food prepared with care, consistency, and a deep understanding of customer preferences.
With a strong foundation in entrepreneurship and a clear focus on quality and trust, Vikas Juneja aims to establish Juneja’s Rasoi as a reliable and beloved name in the food industry.
8. Tariq Mushtaq Khatri gains global attention for Meta world record and ‘Most Handsome Man’ recognition
Mumbai-based athlete-influencer Tariq Mushtaq Khatri has drawn international attention after setting a Meta world record for the highest engagement rate and lowest cost-per-view in a global ad campaign.His 90-day Meta Ads performance generated over 56 million views with unprecedented efficiency, earning recognition from the USA and London Book of World Records. Khatri was also named the “Most Handsome Man” with a 94% AI-certified Golden Ratio facial symmetry score, reinforcing his rising global influence across digital, fitness, and lifestyle platforms.
9. Moiz Mateen Patel: Empowering a New Era of Clarity and Confidence in Shariah-Compliant Investing
Founded by Moiz Mateen Patel, Hudood Fintech represents an education-first movement in Islamic finance. Moiz’s journey—from an automobile engineering graduate and fitness entrepreneur to a respected Shariah-focused market analyst—embodies resilience, purpose, and faith-led vision. After a life-altering accident redirected his path, he committed himself to solving one of the biggest challenges for Muslim investors: confusion around halal investing.
He is also the author of the revolutionary book A Halal Trader’s Guide, which simplifies Shariah principles for modern markets. Through Hudood Fintech, Moiz empowers users with transparent education—not advice—helping Muslims build financial literacy without compromising their beliefs.
10. CH Rhea: The Visionary Shaping Silver Screen Fashion’s Inspiring Journey
CH Rhea, the dynamic force behind Silver Screen Fashion, is redefining India’s fashion and entertainment space with elegance, scale, and purpose. What began as a personal vision has grown into a powerful platform celebrating talent, confidence, and style through grand fashion shows and prestigious beauty pageants. Under her leadership, Silver Screen Fashion has become synonymous with high-impact productions, offering aspiring models and artists a stage to showcase their potential. Rhea has successfully led landmark events such as IIFA 2025 and the Dadasaheb Phalke Awards 2025, strengthening her reputation as a leader who delivers excellence. Beyond glamour, her mission is to nurture creativity, empower individuals, and build a thriving community that elevates India’s fashion and pageant industry to new heights.
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