Leadership expectations have evolved in response to the constantly changing world. The focus has shifted from who is leading and how they lead to the effectiveness and adaptability of leaders, particularly in times of crisis. 

• In 2021, India ranked 3rd globally for the percentage of women in senior leadership roles, with a representation of 39%, exceeding the global average of 31%.
  

Despite this progress, there are questions about whether this level of representation is adequate.

• In Fortune India 500's 2020 list of companies, only 29 companies had women in senior executive roles, and the top 10 companies had no women in senior leadership positions.

The critical question remains: How can we increase women's presence in leadership roles and provide them with the necessary support to reach their full potential?

Adapted from an article by Shraddhanjali Rao, Vice President, Human Resources, SAP, India, originally published on ISB Management ReThink.