Trendsetting Leaders Playing a Pivotal Role in Altering the Healthcare Narrative in New Age India

Over the years she has arranged several medical & malnutrition camps in the rural areas and education programmes for the underprivileged of our nation for empowering them

Dr. Minnie Bodhanwala is the CEO of Nowrosjee Wadia Maternity Hospital & Bai Jerbai Wadia Hospital for Children, Parel, Mumbai. She has received more than 100 Awards in her career for various fields she has ventured in.

Dr. Minnie has played an instrumental role in bringing a positive transformation at Wadia Hospitals and shown compassion towards the underprivileged

Women and Children of our Nation. With her dedication, excellence, innovation and sustainable vision Wadia Hospitals being charitable semi-government organizations are providing quality, safe and affordable healthcare at par with top corporate hospitals to the underprivileged Women and Children of our nation.

Dr. Minnie possesses strong domain knowledge in implementation and execution of business strategies, ensuring high-quality standards in service delivery, identifying control enhancement modules; escalating significant issues identified and proposing resolutions. She is highly experienced in successfully managing diverse groups of people as well as handling union committees. A visionary and ethical enterprise originator, she nurtures and executes new ideas, engages in multiple projects, recreates branding for organisations, business verticals and is confident in taking the organisation to the next level.

Dr. Minnie Bodhanwala is presently managing the two hospitals with 925 beds, with the staff capacity of almost 1800 including medical, paramedical and administrative manpower. Dr Minnie is also the advisor to the Chairman of Wadia Group for CSR activities, advisor to Impact India foundation, advisor to the Modern Education society, which operates 7 colleges in Mumbai and Pune, Advisor for

Dr. Minnie possesses strong domain knowledge in implementation and execution of business strategies, ensuring highquality standards in service delivery, identifying control enhancement modules

Britannia Nutrition foundation & Sir Ness Wadia Foundation. Holding Directorship at Bombay Dyeing Mfg & Co. Ltd, National Peroxide Ltd and the Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation, Ltd.

Dr. Minnie has played an instrumental role in bringing a positive transformation at Wadia Hospitals and shown compassion towards the underprivileged women and children of our nation. It is only because of her dedication, excellence, innovation and sustainable vision that Wadia Hospitals being a charitable semi government organisation are providing quality, safe and affordable healthcare at par with top corporate hospitals to the underprivileged women and children.

Dr. Minnie Bodhanwala played an inspiring role in the relief and rehabilitation programs during the Covid-19 situation. The various initiatives included setting up a 20-bedded isolation ward at the Children’s hospital with all the supporting critical care equipment’s, providing hot meals and grocery hampers to families. The landscape of beneficiaries included underprivileged families, those stranded in public places, those with shelter but without livelihood and the poorest of the poor, who had their aid cut off because of the bigger crisis. Combined with the hot meals, the total meals equivalent were 60 lakh.

With her help the state have been able to achieve high standards of healthcare in our region and cater to the underprivileged people from all over the country and abroad. Due to her efforts our region proudly hosts one of the largest NICU in the world with 155 beds, the Paediatric hospital caters to more than 30 Paediatric services. Dr. Minnie has established centers of excellence at BJWHC in Paediatric Cardiology, Complex Paediatric Surgeries, Neurology and Neurosurgery, Nephrology, Hemat-Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant, thus providing comprehensive treatment

Recognised Six Sigma Master Black Belt Expert to undertake Brown Field and Green Field Projects with expertise in revenue generation and crisis management to all children under one roof. Also she has looked minutely into the health needs of the community by catering to people with rare health conditions, which are often ignored by other health players as these health conditions do not earn much revenue for them or these patients are extremely poor and cannot afford expensive treatments. With her efforts Wadia Hospitals have a dedicated nodal center for Clubfoot treatment in Maharashtra, a dedicated clinic for Cancer, Malnutrition, HIV, TB, Epilepsy, Occupational therapy etc. Recently the Hospital has also started with a clinic for children suffering with MDVI, which is one of a kind initiative in this region. She has also set up IVF center for the poor patients who cannot afford expensive treatment. The hospital caters to more than 3,00,000 patients every year.

Over the years she has arranged several medical & malnutrition camps in the rural areas and education programmes for the underprivileged of our nation for empowering them. Dr. Minnie has played a key role in establishing a strong foundation for community projects in dental health for Impact India foundation by UNDP, UNICEF and WHO for their “Hospital-on-Wheels” project.

Dr. Minnie is also a Principal Assessor with National Accreditation Board for Hospital & Healthcare Providers (NABH), Internal Auditor Joint Commission International (JCI), Internationally recognized auditor for ISO 9001 & 14001 and additionally she has a

Master Black Belt in Six Sigma. She has also participated and completed the 2021 session of Strategy for Health

Care Delivery with Harvard Business School and achieved a Certificate for Sustainable Business Strategy from Harvard Business School Online.

She has also achieved recognition certificate for Global Women on

Boards by Lead Women, Paris 2023 and Women on Boards program by Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston 2022.

What inspired you to venture into a new project despite the success of your current businesses?

Since my student days, my goal has been to set up my own entrepreneurial venture. I wanted to venture into a product that is in the textile domain but not covered by Chiripal Group.

Thus Nandan Terry came into existence in the niche towel segment in 2016. Despite stiff competition from established players, Nandan Terry is today one of the top five manufacturers of terry towels in India and has even forayed into non-conventional geographies across the US, Japan, the UK, West Asia, and Australia. The company has been certified by reputed certification agencies for its processes, manufacturing facilities, employee practices, and customer services and is creating new benchmarks in the bath line segment in the textile industry.

How does Nandan Terry leverage cultural nuances in its branding to engage with markets both within India and overseas?

At Nandan Terry, we recognize the importance of cultural nuances in branding to effectively engage with diverse markets, both domestically and internationally. Our approach involves a deep understanding of local customs, preferences, and traditions, which allows us to tailor our branding strategies accordingly. Whether it’s through our product design, marketing campaigns, or customer interactions, we strive to resonate with our target audience on a cultural level, fostering stronger connections and brand loyalty.

How does China’s presence in the terry towel industry impact your strategic planning?

The Indian Terry Towel industry faces competition from countries like China and Bangladesh. Their presence in the terry towel industry undoubtedly influences our strategic planning. We closely monitor market dynamics and the competitive landscape to identify opportunities and challenges. While the scale and efficiency present formidable competition, we leverage our strengths in innovation, quality, and customer-centric approach to differentiate ourselves. Our strategic planning involves continuous adaptation and agility to navigate the evolving industry landscape while staying true to our core values and commitment to excellence.

With the growing consumer preference for sustainable products, how is Nandan Terry adapting to this trend?

As the demand for sustainable products continues to rise, Nandan Terry is dedicated to meeting this trend head-on. We recognize our responsibility to the environment and society, and thus, sustainability is deeply embedded in our business ethos. From sourcing eco-friendly materials to implementing energyefficient manufacturing processes and promoting ethical labor practices, we are committed to minimizing our environmental footprint and contributing to a greener future.

Our ongoing efforts in research and development focus on creating innovative, sustainable solutions without compromising on quality or performance.

What wisdom would you impart to individuals embarking on their first entrepreneurial venture?

To aspiring entrepreneurs embarking on their first venture, I would advise the following:

• Stay true to your passion and vision, but remain adaptable and open to learning.

• Surround yourself with a diverse team of talented individuals who share your values and complement your skills.

• Embrace challenges as opportunities for growth and never underestimate the power of resilience and perseverance.

• Finally, always prioritize integrity, transparency, and customer satisfaction, as they form the foundation of long-term success in any entrepreneurial journey. Nandan Terry remains committed to delivering excellence and innovation in the textile industry while upholding the highest standards of corporate responsibility.

Our company will also continue innovating in towel design and product development with an increased focus on self-developed, technology-driven OSMOSE towels, which provide better functionality and aesthetics due to their superior quality.”