Ratan Tata's aide Shantanu Naidu honoured at Google with 'Social Impact Leader of the Year 2025'

Shantanu Naidu , a close aide to Ratan Tata and a key figure in the Tata Group, was recently honoured for his exceptional work in social welfare and education. At the Viksit Bharat 2047 – Google Education Summit 2025 , held at Google's India office, Naidu received the esteemed ‘Social Impact Leader of the Year’ award. Known for his innovative initiatives and deep commitment to community upliftment, Naidu has played a pivotal role in bridging education and social entrepreneurship. This recognition highlights his continued efforts to create meaningful change and reflects the Tata Group’s broader vision of inclusive and sustainable development.


Shantanu Naidu recognised as ‘ Social Impact Leader of the Year 2025 ’
This ‘Social Impact Leader of the Year’ recognition is just another milestone in Shantanu Naidu’s impactful journey, which blends legacy, leadership, and a clear passion for social betterment. With initiatives supporting education and community development, Naidu continues to be a beacon for the younger generation of changemakers in India. Naidu’s Instagram post, shared on July 8, 2025, quickly gained popularity with over 20,000 likes and hundreds of heartfelt comments. Supporters praised both his work and humility.

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Here are a few standout reactions:

“Heartiest congratulations, Sir! Your dedication to social impact and your vision for a better India are truly exemplary.” “You’ve earned every bit of this. PROUD! Congratulations! Your Amma beside you makes this moment even sweeter, she’s absolutely lovely and must be so proud!”

Many users also applauded Naidu’s humility and his thoughtful gesture of including his mother in the celebration.



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Currently serving as General Manager at Tata Motors, Shantanu Naidu is part of a family that has worked with the Tata Group across five generations. His deep association with Ratan Tata has made him a widely respected figure, particularly for his work that blends innovation with empathy. The summit aimed to spotlight individuals who are creating lasting change in education and society. Naidu's impactful work stood out among a lineup of influential leaders. Taking to Instagram via @socktalks.tv, Naidu offered a touching reflection on the honor. He wrote:

“The short story is, tiny award, took Amma with me, made a bunch of inspiring friends.” His heartfelt acknowledgment of his mother, affectionately called “Amma,” resonated with many followers and highlighted his grounded nature despite his achievements.







Shantanu Naidu joins leaders to discuss education and entrepreneurship

The event also featured prominent personalities such as Aman Gupta (boAt Co-founder), actor Suniel Shetty, and entrepreneur Raj Shamani. Together, they discussed the transformative power of education and entrepreneurship in shaping India’s future.

Naidu added during the panel: “I never thought the push for school-based entrepreneurs would be so fiery in India. And clearly, there are some ridiculously inspiring people here that are prepared to roll their sleeves up.”




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