The first panel will set a strong business-first tone for TR26 India through a candid conversation between CEOs and CHROs. The discussion will explore how the HR role is evolving, what true alignment with business strategy looks like, and how leaders evaluate talent investments, cost, capability, and performance trade-offs. With India-specific perspectives on cost discipline, promoter expectations, and business accountability, the session will offer clear takeaways on aligning people, pay, and performance to drive measurable outcomes.