Women are across leadership and tech roles, making a notable contribution to growth and innovation. To hone their skills further, EDII conducted a structured programme – the National Training Programme on ‘Women in Leadership & Technology Advancement’, supported by the Department of Science & Technology, Govt. of India during February 2 – 6, 2026. The training programme was especially designed for Women Scientists and Technologists working with the Government Sector to address certain atypical gaps.
26 women scientists and technologists from Andhra Pradesh, Chandigarh, Delhi, Gujarat, Goa, Haryana, Jharkhand, Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand and West Bengal participated. With this, EDII successfully completed 20 such programmes, training 453 scientists and technologists. The programme aimed to create a holistic learning experience by helping participants strengthen their leadership skills, build confidence and navigate complex professional environments. It focused on enabling them to discover and embrace their leadership styles, while also connecting them to a diverse network. Throughout the programme, participants were exposed to wide ranging subjects, including gender sensitivity and equality in leadership, women in economic mainstream, understanding gender dynamics in leadership & technology, innovation and impact through gender – inclusive leadership, leadership style & quality, role & importance of research and development for technological advancement, innovation and technology, communication and interpersonal relations in leadership, to many a few. The curriculum was designed as an all-inclusive one to promote personal and professional growth, informed Dr. Prakash Solanki, Programme Director.
EDII takes the onus of playing a pivotal role in nurturing women leaders in science and technology domains by empowering them with the skillsets.
