Sonal Chowdhary is a versatile strategic HR with over two decades of experience across various industries. Sonal C. is currently working as General Manager and HR Head at Somani Group, where she is leading the organisation in talent acquisition, development and policy transformation.
Ms. Chowdhary has worked in several companies in the IT Consulting & Services, Manufacturing, Automobile, Ed-Tech, and Trading-Commodities sectors, which shaped her expertise and people management skills.
At Somani Group, she is fostering a culture that allows inclusivity, internal leadership, grooming, and employee engagement. Her people-first philosophy follows the 3 E’s of leadership coaching—empower, engage, and excel. She believes that people are the greatest pillars, not just technology. During COVID-19, her impactful initiatives, like virtual check-ins, flexible work policies, and virtual wellness workshops, helped the employees keep their morale high.
Her journey reflects a rare blend of resilience, strategic foresight, and human-centric leadership, making her recognised as one of the Most Inspiring HR Leaders in India 2025.
In an exclusive conversation with Corporate TrendZ, Ms. Chowdhary shared her insights on how she improved employee engagement and built a strong work culture at Somani Group:
“My approach to HR leadership is believing that success is not just about reaching a position or having excellent pay; it’s about the continuous pursuit of learning, embracing challenges, taking ownership, and staying passionate about making a difference.”
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