But the real global future? It’s not in imitation. It’s in innovation rooted in Indian reality. Think frugal tech, digital public infra, scaling with scarcity. These aren’t just local wins; they’re global lessons. Why keep teaching MBA students Western models when India’s own chaos, scale, and creativity are shaping the next wave of management? The world doesn’t need more mini-Harvards. It needs schools that teach how to lead in emerging economies; where constraints breed breakthroughs. The shift is already happening. Those who pivot now; building research, partnerships, and curricula that reflect India’s lived experience; won’t just compete globally. They’ll redefine what global means. Time to stop borrowing legitimacy. Start creating it.