New Delhi, Nov. 15 -- Day 1 of the SHRM India Conference 2025 opened on an inspiring note, bringing together over 2,400 attendees on-ground and 2,100 participants virtually, marking a powerful start to the two-day celebration of innovation, leadership, and the evolving world of work.

The conference began with a Welcome Address by Achal Khanna, CEO, SHRM APAC & MENA, on the theme "Celebrating Work," followed by a soulful performance, "A Whole New World," by Esther Lalduhawmi Hnamte and a student choir from Ragaaz Studios.

The day's highlight was the Keynote Address by Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., President & CEO, SHRM, who shared "A Global CEO's Perspective" on building purpose-driven, inclusive, and adaptable workplaces. A fireside chat with ...