A practical handbook for applying Chanakya s frameworks to grow and scale organizations with integrity. - Dr Radhakrishnan Pillai, author of Corporate Chanakya
What if the ultimate blueprint for thriving in today s business world was written over two millennia ago?
In an age of disruption, uncertainty and rapid change, leaders are constantly searching for frameworks that combine strategic clarity with ethical grounding. The Chanakya Playbook reimagines the timeless wisdom of the Arthashastra the ancient Indian treatise on governance, strategy and economics into a modern guide for entrepreneurs, executives and organizations navigating complexity.
At the heart of Chanakya s philosophy lies a powerful insight: lasting success emerges from balancing dharma (ethical responsibility) with artha (material prosperity). Through the pillars of internal mastery, structural resilience and strategic agility, this book translates ancient principles into a practical roadmap for building organizations that are resilient, principled and future-ready.
Inside this book, you ll discover
??Ancient strategy for modern leadership: How the Arthashastra s principles apply to today s corporate and entrepreneurial landscape.
??Internal mastery and leadership discipline: Cultivating foresight, ethical clarity and self-governance as the foundation of effective leadership.
??The saptanga framework for organizations: Understanding the seven pillars of institutional strength and resilience.
?Strategic agility in uncertain times: Applying Chanakya s principles of intelligence, adaptability and calculated action.
??Sustainable success through dharma and artha: Why ethical responsibility and prosperity must evolve together.
Why this book stands apart
Translates the timeless wisdom of Chanakya into a practical guide for modern entrepreneurs and leaders
Bridges ancient Indian philosophy with contemporary management and organizational strategy
Offers a holistic leadership framework rooted in ethics, foresight and long-term stability
Combines intellectual tradition with real-world corporate insight
Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Entrepreneur
Written by corporate leader Abhiraj Gupta, The Chanakya Playbook brings together the strategic brilliance of one of history s greatest thinkers with the realities of today s business world.
About the Author
Abhiraj Gupta is the Executive Director of IOL Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Limited, where he leads one of India s largest API and specialty chemicals enterprises. With academic foundations from the University of Warwick and the Indian School of Business, he bridges ancient strategic wisdom with modern corporate practice. His leadership experience spans research and development, regulatory strategy an