From Leaders’ Desk on World Environment Day
"On World Environment Day, Randstad India reflects on the theme 'Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future.' as both a call to action and a mirror for how businesses must operate today. Sustainability is not a peripheral commitment. From green workplace practices to employee-led environmental awareness drives, we are actively embedding responsible thinking across our operations. Aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we are committed to 5 SDGs, including gender equality, climate action, decent work, and reduced inequalities. Randstad is also committed to the Science Based Targets initiative, with the goal of reaching a NetZero footprint by 2050.”
Mr. Viswanath PS
MD & CEO, Randstad India, a talent company
"Smoking affects much more than just your lungs; it could very well have an impact on women’s hormonal and general well-being through the period of midlife. Women smokers are likely to experience menopause sooner than nonsmokers by one to two years, and they tend to have more intense menopausal symptoms like hot flushes, irritability, insomnia, osteoporosis, and heart problems. It is vital to note that as discussions about women’s health progress, quitting smoking should be considered an essential aspect of menopause and preventative medicine. On this year’s World No Tobacco Day, let us encourage women to make wise decisions regarding their lifestyles for better health."
Mr. Sanjith Shetty
Founder and CEO, Miror Therapeutics Private Limited
“For over three decades, Colgate’s Bright Smiles, Bright Futures® (BSBF) program has evolved from a health initiative into a nationwide movement focused on advancing oral wellness, preventive care, and healthier lifestyles for children across India. Guided by our vision of sparking a billion smiles, the program delivers a holistic and age-appropriate curriculum for children aged 6–15 years, covering oral hygiene, nutritional awareness, and tobacco-use prevention through its ‘Say No to Tobacco’ mission. By engaging children at a formative stage, BSBF® aims to instill lifelong healthy habits and empower young minds with the knowledge to make informed choices. We believe creating a tobacco-free and healthier society requires collective action from institutions, schools, workplaces, communities, and families alike. Through sustained awareness and education, we can help build a future generation that prioritizes wellness, prevention, and long-term community health.”
Ms. Shilpashree Muniswamappa
Director - ESG & Communications, Colgate-Palmolive India