Celebrating the Doyenne: Anushka Ahuja

“For most of history, Anonymous was a woman.” ~ Virginia Woolf. On this International Women's Day, GlobalSpa recognizes and celebrates the women in the industry as we delve into their success mantra they follow, mistakes that have helped them grow, and of course, their WELLNESS philosophy.

Anushka Ahuja is the Co-Founder of GharGhar, a home décor brand known for artisanal and sustainable contemporary rugs, cushions and other accessories that are inspired by art, culture and heritage.

What is your wellness philosophy?

Wellness, for me, is about having a routine - physical, mental, and emotional - as they are all very interdependent. It is the process of learning and thriving to be able to give my 100 percent to each day.

Your success mantra?

Consistency. Hard Work. Commitment. Tenacity. To not lose focus and continue to take it all in stride.

A lesson you learned from making a mistake?

To not consider a mistake as a mistake but more as a learning, as information, as a source of knowledge.

Any piece of advice for all the women out there?

To continue to persevere and go for it. To allow for the spotlight to shine on themselves and not shy away from speaking. And in recognition of the hardships we face, ensure that we create a strong community that is willing to help each other, support each other, and commit to each other’s growth.

What has been your biggest pride as a doyenne?

As the home decor manufacturing industry in India is a labour-intensive industry, my biggest pride is to be able to provide opportunities to women weavers and tailors of the industry. Encouraging them to be independent and it is definitely a long way to go, but I hope we can all work and grow together.