Walking with Vishwa
Leadership Wisdom from India’s Villages
by Dr. G. Balasubramanian
Published by Konark Publishers
Book Launch Event
Event Information
Date: June twelfth, twenty twenty-four
Venue: Four Seasons Hotel
Distinguished Guests
Chief Guest:
Shri D. K. Shivakumar
Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka
Special Guest:
Miss Aishwarya Shivakumar
About the Author
Dr. G. Balasubramanian is an actively contributing author to Acad News, sharing insights on education, leadership, and traditional wisdom through his thought-provoking articles and research.
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“Nature be my teacher.” A profound statement that sparked a journey across India’s heartland, revealing leadership lessons hidden in every grain of soil and drop of farmer’s sweat.
The Genesis of Wisdom
From the valleys of Srinagar to the shores of Kanyakumari, from the hills of Nagaland to the plains of Bhuj, a remarkable journey unfolded. Through extensive travels across India’s villages, a profound truth emerged. The greatest leadership philosophies aren’t confined to corporate boardrooms or business schools. They flourish in the fertile soil of our farmlands.
Every action of a farmer reveals dozens of talents. In their daily rhythm lies wisdom, pragmatism, management excellence, and compassionate leadership. The power and compassion of India’s soil has sustained not just crops, but an entire civilization. This teaches us that true leadership grows from the ground up.
Meet Vishwa: The Soul of India
Vishwa isn’t just a character. He’s a metaphor for the Indian mind, culture, and wisdom. He represents:
- The Indian Heritage: Faith and hope passed down through generations.
- The C. E. O. of Farmlands: Finding corporate principles in agricultural wisdom.
- The Living Experience: A bridge connecting past wisdom to present challenges.
The Walking University
Then there’s Mani, the village sage who never set foot in an institution, never earned a degree, yet embodies experiential learning at its finest. He learns with every breath, every observation, every interaction with humans and nature alike. Mani destroys the myth that wisdom comes only from formal education, proving that learning happens in spite of institutions.
The New Generation’s Journey
Through characters like Amarth, Shah, and Ankita, we witness young minds at crossroads. Agricultural graduates initially seeking escape from village life, only to discover their true calling back home. They represent our youth who, despite their degrees, struggle to find direction until they reconnect with their roots.
The Universal Truth
“Each one of us is a farmer of one kind. Sowing seeds of ideas, enterprises, institutions, and the hope and faith of a nation seeking global leadership.”
‘Find Your Vishwa’ Movement
The training programs under ‘Find Your Vishwa’ have begun triggering self-awareness and introspection, encouraging professionals to seek new meaning in their pursuits. This isn’t just about finding external mentors. It’s about discovering the Vishwa that lies within each heart.
The book challenges current generations to think purposefully and critically. Where do they seek their Vishwa? The answer lies not in distant lands or foreign philosophies, but in introspection and reconnecting with the wisdom that has always been there, waiting to guide us.
A Timeless Reminder
“Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap, but judge each day by the seeds you sow.”
Robert Louis Stevenson
Book Launch Event, June twelfth, twenty twenty-four at Four Seasons
Released by Shri D. K. Shivakumar, Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka
A celebration of National Library Day and International Youth Day
