As the year draws to a close, I want to pause for a moment to reflect and to express my sincere thanks.
The Global Indian Network has always been built around conversations that matter. Not noise for its own sake, nor headlines designed to provoke fleeting attention, but thoughtful dialogue, ideas, perspectives, and lived experiences that help us better understand who we are, how we relate to one another, and where we may be heading.
This past year has reaffirmed just how necessary that space has become.
Over the last twelve months, our work has taken us across four countries, recording conversations, meeting people on the ground, and creating access between communities that might rarely otherwise intersect. What continues to stand out is not only where we have been, but the level of trust with which these conversations have been received and shared.
This year’s podcast discussions have been among the most challenging and meaningful we have hosted. From Australia, where we explored questions of death, autonomy, and dignity, to conversations across regions examining power, identity, faith, and silence. These discussions were never intended to generate spectacle; they were designed to invite reflection. In many cases, the most important conversations began after the recording, through private messages, follow-up exchanges, and thoughtful correspondence from listeners who wanted to go deeper.
It has also been a privilege to see the Global Indian Network grow through the individuals who now represent it on the ground. This year, we welcomed Areff Saluroo as our ambassador in Mauritius, someone who leads one of the country’s largest media platforms and understands the responsibility that comes with shaping narrative thoughtfully. We also welcomed Adrian Ogier as our ambassador for Saint Lucia, a close friend of many years, whose approach to leadership and integrity reflects the values we hold deeply.
Alongside this, we welcomed Jas Sohl as our ambassador for Cambodia. Working closely together, we have helped establish the first private commercial centres for Cambodia in both India and the UK, while also exploring innovative ways to support national assets through solutions connected to the City of London. This work reflects something central to the Network’s purpose: not only creating conversation, but closing the loop between dialogue, access, and tangible real-world impact.
What I am most grateful for is the trust our audience places in us. Many business families across the world choose to receive our work directly on their personal numbers each week. Some respond to explore ideas further, to ask deeper questions, or to understand how specific issues may affect their regions or industries. That level of engagement is not driven by scale, but by trust, and it is something we protect carefully.
The same applies to heads of state, ministers, and senior decision-makers who engage with our work. They do so not because the Global Indian Network is loud, but because it is thoughtful, discreet, and grounded in genuine curiosity. Conversations take place because there is confidence that they will be treated with respect, context, and integrity.
As new partnerships continue to form, the Global Indian Network is increasingly becoming what it was always intended to be: a mooring ground. A place where governments, businesses, family enterprises, and individuals can come together to explore ideas, understand markets, question assumptions, and think more clearly about the future. In a world that often rewards speed and certainty, there remains a quiet but urgent need for open, considered conversation, and that is the space we continue to hold.
On a personal note, the last year and a half has been one of the most difficult periods of my life. Losing my father, and more recently my mother, has reshaped how I think about time, responsibility, and connection. During this period, the messages I received from many of you across the world meant more than I can adequately express. What began as an audience has, in many cases, become a circle of people who check in, reflect, and engage as friends. For that kindness, I am deeply grateful.
Looking ahead, the year to come feels important, not louder or faster, but more intentional. We will continue to travel, listen, and create space for conversations that do not fit neatly into sound bites. We will continue to build bridges quietly, responsibly, and with purpose, while remaining independent in how those conversations are shaped and shared.
As we step into the new year, my wish is simple: wisdom. Wisdom to look beyond outrage, to resist simplification, and to reflect honestly on who we are becoming, both individually and collectively. And the courage to act on that reflection.
Thank you for walking this path with us.
Thank you for your trust.
And thank you for being part of this growing global conversation.
Warm regards,
Rajan
