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Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Makes History with Harvard Leadership Program

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has successfully completed the executive education program "Leadership in the 21st Century" at Harvard Kennedy School. He becomes the first sitting Chief Minister in independent India's history to receive such a certification from an Ivy League institution. During his visit, he also interacted with a group of predominantly Indian students from Harvard Business School, encouraging them to contribute to India's growth. The intensive program, held in freezing temperatures, involved participants from over 20 countries working on global case studies.

Key Points: Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Completes Harvard Executive Program

  • Completed "Leadership in the 21st Century" program
  • First sitting Indian CM to achieve Harvard certification
  • Engaged with Indian students at Harvard
  • Program featured global participants from 20+ countries
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Telangana CM Reddy completes executive education program at Harvard Kennedy School

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy becomes the first sitting Indian CM to complete an executive education program at Harvard Kennedy School.

"first CM in Independent India to enrol for a programme in the Ivy League - Official Release"

Boston, January 31

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, along with 62 students, has successfully completed the executive education program "Leadership in the 21st Century" at the Harvard Kennedy School in the United States.

The program, which was held from January 25 to 30, saw participants engage in intensive classroom sessions from 7 am to 6 pm daily, braving temperatures as low as -15 to -24 degrees Celsius

According to the Chief Minister's Office (CMO), Reddy received a certificate from the faculty after completing the program.

Earlier, Telangana Chief Minister interacted with a group of predominantly Indian students from Harvard Business School during his visit to the Harvard University campus, following an invitation extended by the students.

According to the Telangana Chief Minister's Office (CMO), after completing his academic engagements, the Chief Minister engaged in an informal yet insightful discussion, understanding the students' career paths and challenges while sharing his own mantra for success.

Highlighting the vision and key features of Telangana Rising, Revanth Reddy encouraged the students to leverage their global networks and talent to contribute to India's growth story and invited them to serve as brand ambassadors for Hyderabad and Telangana, according to the Telangana CMO.CM Reddy is attending the "Leadership: 21st Century" program at Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University, becoming the first CM in Independent India to enrol for a programme in the Ivy League.

According to the release, Reddy is attending the classes in a Harvard programme from January 25 to 31. The CM will be stationed on the Kennedy School campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts, in a class featuring students from over 20 countries across five continents.

During the programme, Reddy will attend classes and complete assignments, submit "homework," and participate in group projects alongside fellow global participants.

The release said that this programme is chaired by Prof. Tim O'Brien and directed by Prof. Karen Morrissey. The curriculum is designed to analyse case studies from various parts of the world and across different eras of history, with participant groups tasked with solving and presenting solutions in a classroom setting.

Upon completion, the Telangana CM will receive a program course certification from Harvard, marking the first time in Indian history that a sitting Chief Minister has achieved such a distinction.

- ANI

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Sarah B
While continuous learning is commendable, I hope the cost of this program was borne personally and not by the state exchequer. The people's money should be used for public welfare first.
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Vikram M
Great initiative! Interacting with global leaders and students will definitely provide a fresh perspective. Inviting them to be brand ambassadors for Hyderabad is a smart move for FDI and global recognition.
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Priya S
Sessions from 7 AM to 6 PM in -24°C? That's some serious commitment! Hope the lessons on 21st-century leadership translate into better policies and faster development on the ground. All the best to him!
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Rohit P
First sitting CM to do this. Setting a good example that learning never stops, no matter how high your position. Now waiting to see the implementation of these global case studies in our local context.
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Kavya N
The interaction with Indian students at Harvard is the best part. Tapping into the diaspora's talent and network is crucial for India's growth story. More leaders should do this. 👏

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