EP6 Why settle for less when you can have more: Lt Gen Madhuri

April 12, 2025

Why settle for less

In this inspiring episode of Mentor Konnect, we welcome Lieutenant General (Dr.) Madhuri Kanitkar, PVSM, AVSM, VSM—a trailblazer in the Indian Armed Forces and currently the Vice-Chancellor of Maharashtra University of Health Sciences. As the third woman in the Indian Armed Forces to reach a three-star rank, Dr. Kanitkar has shattered barriers and led with passion, resilience, and mentorship. She also pioneered India’s first pediatric nephrology unit in the Army Medical Corps.

🔑 Key Takeaways:
✔️ MAP for success = Mentor + Attitude + Passion.
✔️ Passion comes from within—it’s what drives excellence.
✔️ Competence, confidence, and capability define your success.
✔️ A mentor should be a good listener, offering options, not answers.
✔️ Mentors change over time—guidance evolves as you grow.

💡 Key Questions Answered:
1️⃣ What inspired you to join the Armed Forces?
2️⃣ Why did you choose to stay in India rather than go abroad?
3️⃣ Why is it okay to be less than perfect?

📌 Connect with Lt Gen Madhuri Kanitkar on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madhuri-kanitkar-16966372/

📺 Watch Now: https://youtu.be/Du7CTlN9oPw

🔖 #MentorKonnect #WomenInLeadership #ArmedForces #Mentorship #Passion #CareerGrowth #Inspiration

About Mentor Konnect

🎓 Inspiring Minds. Connecting Journeys.

Mentor Konnect is a storytelling and mentorship series by
BioPatrika, designed to bridge the gap between aspiring scientists, professionals, and accomplished leaders across diverse fields—spanning biotech, physics, academia, industry, and beyond.

Each episode features an in-depth conversation with a trailblazer who shares personal career journeys, pivotal mentorship moments, challenges faced, and the mindset needed to navigate growth and transitions.

Whether you’re a student, researcher, postdoc, or industry professional, Mentor Konnect offers a unique blend of wisdom, warmth, and real-world guidance to help you carve your own path with confidence.