Ethical leadership takes centre stage at in-house session with Mr Shiv Khera

Character and ethical values play a vital role in shaping effective leadership and contributing to nation-building. This was the central message conveyed by Indian author, educator and business consultant, Mr Shiv Khera, during an in-house leadership session held, yesterday, at the Sir Harilal Vaghjee Memorial Hall in Port Louis.

Held under the theme ‘Guardians of Public Trust: Leadership with Character in the Service of Democracy’, the session was organised by the Mauritius National Assembly in collaboration with the Prime Minister’s Office and the Ministry of Finance.

Among those present were the Minister of Labour and Industrial Relations, Mr Muhammad Reza Cassam Uteem; the Minister of Education and Human Resource, Dr Mahend Gungapersad; the Minister of Public Service and Administrative Reforms, Mr Lutmanah Pentiah; the Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, Mr Vedasingam Vasudevachariar Baloomoody; Members of the National Assembly; and the Clerk of the National Assembly, Mrs Bibi Safeena Lotun.

During his talk, Mr Khera explained that effective leadership requires professional competence alongside strong character and a clear sense of purpose. He also highlighted the importance of nurturing ethical values from an early age, as these help individuals develop a sense of responsibility and understand their role in contributing to society.

Turning to the practical application of these principles, Mr Khera emphasised that integrity should guide decision-making and everyday conduct. He also spoke about mutual respect and accountability as important elements in maintaining constructive working relationships and ensuring that individuals carry out their responsibilities conscientiously.

Moreover, Mr Khera encouraged participants to reflect on the key messages shared during the session and consider how these could be incorporated into their respective responsibilities. He underlined the importance of demonstrating sound judgement, upholding ethical values and approaching their duties with a strong sense of commitment to serving the public interest.

22 October 2026

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