Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Oct 25: The Splendor of Kashmir, founded by textile designer and entrepreneur Varuna Anand, was honoured with the Excellence in Business Innovation Award at the Global Leadership Summit 2026, held at ITC Welcom Hotel, Dwarka, New Delhi.
The award was received by Anahita Anand on behalf of The Splendor of Kashmir. The recognition celebrates the brand's contribution to the luxury Pashmina segment through its commitment to traditional Kashmiri craftsmanship, design excellence and the preservation of an enduring textile heritage.
The award was presented by Major General Vikram Dev Dogra (Retd.), AVSM, former General Officer Commanding of a Strike Division, the first Indian Army officer to complete IRONMAN three times, international speaker and CEO of World Games, along with Mukesh Tyagi, Bollywood actor, former CEO of ENRON India, National Spokesperson of the BJP and National Convenor of BCMF.
Organised by Global Triumph Foundation and The Business Ascent, led by Monika Jain and Amit Jain, the Global Leadership Summit 2026 brought together distinguished leaders and achievers from across India. The summit aimed to deliberate on emerging challenges across diverse sectors while recognising individuals and organisations driving innovation, leadership and meaningful progress. Positioned as an independent platform for recognition, it seeks to identify and connect the innovators and future shapers of India's evolving business landscape.
Founded by Varuna Anand, The Splendor of Kashmir has established its identity in the luxury textile space through its curated collections of handcrafted Pashmina shawls. Rooted in Kashmir's rich artisanal legacy, the brand brings together centuries-old craftsmanship and contemporary sensibilities, with a strong emphasis on quality, authenticity and timeless elegance.
The recognition at the Global Leadership Summit 2026 marks another milestone for The Splendor of Kashmir, reaffirming its commitment to sustaining traditional craftsmanship while building a distinctive identity in India's luxury heritage market. |
