Rightshift Lead Fit Summit 2025: When Leadership Meets Fitness, Purpose, and India’s New Wellness Revolution

The Rightshift Lead Fit Summit 2025 wasn’t just another corporate event — it was a revolution in how India defines leadership after 40.Held on October 31, 2025, at Taj Santacruz, Mumbai, the summit brought together India’s top CEOs, entrepreneurs, and wellness icons for a one-of-a-kind celebration of health-driven leadership. Organized by Right Shift — ITC’s wellness-focused brand for individuals above 40 — in collaboration with BW Businessworld and ITC Limited, the event culminated in the Right Shift Fittest 40 Above 40 Awards, honouring India’s most inspiring fitness-forward business leaders.

Why Rightshift Matters: The Vision That Started a Movement

In today’s corporate world, where stress and screen time dominate, Right Shift’s vision is refreshingly real — it proves that a successful leader doesn’t need to sacrifice health for hustle.Instead, fitness, mindfulness, and nutrition become the secret ingredients of lasting leadership.

The philosophy is simple yet powerful:

“Move Right. Eat Right. Breathe Right.”

This isn’t just a slogan — it’s a roadmap for anyone who wants to stay sharp, strong, and successful well beyond their 40s.

Record-Breaking Participation

The response was massive. From 369 nominations across India, a rigorous three-stage process led to the final 40 awardees — individuals who embody the new face of fitness-centric leadership.Nominees went through jury evaluations, interviews, and wellness assessments before being celebrated on stage.

These 40 leaders proved that the phrase “life begins at 40” isn’t just a cliché — it’s a call to action.

The Jury: Where Legends Recognized Legends

The credibility of the awards came from its star-studded jury.

From Dr. Annurag Batra (Chairman & Editor-in-Chief, BW Businessworld) to wellness visionaries like Milind Soman, Mini Mathur, Shruti Seth, and Dr. Mukesh Batra, the panel reflected India’s finest blend of fitness and intellect. Other jurors included Tanvie Ahuja, Noor Fathima Warsia, Somyajit Sengupta, Priyanshi Khandelwal, Palakh Tank, Vishwas Aggarwal, Jaikishin Chhaproo, and Shuvadip Banerjee — each lending their expertise to identify India’s fittest business minds. Together, they didn’t just reward muscle or marathon medals — they celebrated mental resilience, emotional balance, and authentic discipline.

Power-Packed Speakers

The summit’s speaker lineup brought together India’s most dynamic thinkers, chefs, and fitness leaders. Highlights included Chef Rajeev Janveja (Senior VP, Lemon Tree Hotels), who decoded the link between food intelligence and leadership clarity, and Damini Chopra, an actor and multi-disciplinary fitness icon who champions CrossFit, football, and aerial silks.

Their message was simple — if you want to lead better, you must live better.

Move Right. Eat Right. Breathe Right.

Right Shift’s holistic framework goes beyond motivation talk — it’s science-backed and habit-driven:

• Move Right – Stay active with purpose; every workout fuels mental stamina.

• Eat Right – Focus on balanced, protein-rich nutrition for sustained energy.

• Breathe Right – Prioritize mindfulness and calm under corporate pressure.

This message is perfectly reflected in Right Shift’s product line — high-protein millet oats, multigrain atta, jaggery cookies, and functional snacks crafted specifically for India’s 40+ demographic.

Redefining Age and Leadership

The Fittest 40 Above 40 Awards flipped the old narrative that 40 marks the start of decline. Here, leaders proved that the real climb starts now — when experience meets vitality.

Each awardee personified balance — the ability to handle boardroom battles and gym sessions with equal ease.

Aligning with India’s Fit Future

The Rightshift Lead Fit Summit 2025 aligns with India’s Fit India Movement and the national vision of Viksit Bharat 2047  where fitness is not personal luxury but patriotic duty.

Corporate India’s new mantra is clear: Healthy leaders build healthy nations.

Key Takeaways for India Inc.

Fitness = Competitive Advantage:A fit body means sharper strategy and stronger leadership presence.

Age is Power: The 40+ demographic is redefining performance with maturity and stamina.

Holistic Leadership Works: True leaders balance body, mind, and career — without burnout.

Culture Shift in Organisations: HR leaders now see wellness as a growth strategy, not an expense.

Smart Nutrition is Leadership Fuel: Diet discipline enhances clarity, focus, and consistency.

The Road Ahead

As India races towards 2047, the Rightshift Lead Fit Summit 2025 stands as a milestone moment one that will inspire thousands of professionals to see wellness not as vanity, but as visionary leadership. Because in tomorrow’s boardrooms, the strongest leaders will be those who can run the longest marathons in both life and business.

Event Snapshot

The Rightshift Lead Fit Summit 2025 took place on October 31, 2025, at the Grand Hall of Taj Santacruz, Mumbai, setting the stage for one of India’s most influential wellness-leadership gatherings. Organized jointly by Right Shift (an ITC wellness brand) in partnership with BW Businessworld and ITC Limited, the event drew 369 nominations from across the country.

From this competitive pool, 40 outstanding leaders above the age of 40 were selected through a rigorous, multi-level evaluation process that reflected the summit’s guiding mantra — Move Right, Eat Right, and Breathe Right. The event’s jury panel featured over 15 renowned personalities, including fitness icon Milind Soman, media personality Mini Mathur, actor-anchor Shruti Seth, wellness pioneer Dr. Mukesh Batra, and leading nutritionist Lavleen Kaur, alongside BW Businessworld’s Dr. Annurag Batra and several distinguished industry experts. Together, they celebrated the country’s most inspiring business figures who embody balance, discipline, and vitality — proving that age, when paired with wellness and willpower, becomes a leader’s greatest strength.

Aapke Sawal, Hamare Jawab! (FAQs)

1. What is the Rightshift Lead Fit Summit 2025 all about?

It’s India’s first large-scale corporate wellness summit by ITC’s Right Shift, celebrating leaders over 40 who balance health, fitness, and professional excellence.

2. Who organizes the Rightshift Fittest 40 Above 40 Awards?

The awards are organized by Right Shift (ITC) in association with BW Businessworld and ITC Limited to recognize health-driven leadership.

3. How were the winners selected?

Out of 369 nominations, the jury shortlisted 40 based on the “Move Right, Eat Right, Breathe Right” criteria and holistic well-being practices.

4. Why is this summit important for India Inc.?

Because it reframes wellness as a strategic business advantage, promoting longevity, energy, and better decision-making among corporate leaders.

5. What does Right Shift offer apart from the summit?

Right Shift offers a range of nutritious foods—like high-protein oats, millet mixes, and jaggery cookies—specially designed for India’s 40+ generation.