2025 Winners Summaries

Outstanding In-House Security Manager/Director

Mudit Saraswat – HSBC India
An Indian Army veteran, Mudit has transformed HSBC India’s security into a tech-enabled, intelligence-led function aligned with global standards. His strategic leadership, focus on innovation, and people-first approach have elevated security to a core business enabler.

Outstanding Contract Security Manager/Director

Preeti Panhani – G4S Corporate Services (India) Pvt Ltd
Preeti is a visionary leader who introduced pioneering digital solutions in workforce management. Her technical acumen and collaborative leadership style have set new operational benchmarks and addressed complex security challenges effectively.

Outstanding Security Team

Tata Power Trombay
This team redefined security through drills, digital integration, and cross-agency collaboration. Their initiatives like India’s first “Lockdown, Not Evacuation” drill and cyber-physical integration highlight a future-ready security model.

Outstanding Contract Security Company (Guarding)

G4S Secure Solutions India
G4S delivers innovative and reliable guarding services through a people-centric, technology-driven approach. Their values of agility, care, and integrity ensure consistent, high-quality security for diverse sectors.

Outstanding Security Consultant

Netrika Consulting India Private Limited
Netrika stands out for its client-specific risk solutions across global markets. Known for strategic consulting, they’ve conducted over 1,000 audits and consistently deliver high-impact security services across sectors.

Outstanding Security Training Initiative

Building Future-Ready Security Practices – Tata Power Trombay
The initiative trained over 4,000 contractors using bilingual and digital tools, enhanced emergency readiness, and achieved 100% compliance in secure-in-place drills—setting new industry standards in training.

Outstanding Security Installer/Integrator

Soteria Command Center – Tenon Group
Cenmetrix delivered Sri Lanka’s largest access control project with over 1,000 doors and seamless system integration. Their solution ensures real-time monitoring, high availability, and robust national-level performance.

Outstanding New Security Product

CP PLUS STQC Certified Security Camera
A Make-in-India brand, CP PLUS offers state-of-the-art surveillance solutions across 450+ towns. Their STQC-certified camera and investment in R&D reflect innovation, accessibility, and a commitment to national skill-building.

Outstanding Security Officer

Shikhar Raj – Tata Power Trombay
Shikhar has led key initiatives like India’s first secure-in-place simulation, digital automation, and stakeholder coordination. His achievements in compliance, drills, and innovation define next-gen security leadership.

Outstanding Female Security Professional

Ila Longani – Sagepresage Consulting
Ila is a veteran leader blending cyber, physical, and strategic security. As founder of Sagepresage, her inclusive approach and global advisory roles have elevated ethical and intelligence-led security practices.

Outstanding Young Security Professional

Nikita Singh – Tata Steel Limited
Nikita broke barriers as a female leader in industrial and mining security. She led major security transformations during mergers and drove diversity through her role in the Women Security Council.

Outstanding Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Initiative

Wells Fargo Corporate Security India and Philippines Team
The CSIP team implemented inclusive hiring, allyship programs, and cultural initiatives. Their active EDI efforts across regions have created a model for inclusivity within corporate security.

Outstanding Security Sustainability Award

WeWork India Management Limited
WeWork India implemented eco-friendly practices, optimized guard deployment, and digitized audits. Their people-focused and sustainable approach strengthened both safety culture and operational resilience.

Lifetime Achievement

Pushkar Yeshwant Gokhale
With over two decades of distinguished service in the security industry, Pushkar has been a visionary leader in Security Innovation. He stands as a transformative force who has redefined the landscape of physical security in India and beyond. He leads Godrej Security Solutions which is a pioneering organization, at the forefront of security innovation. He has consistently driven technological advancement while fostering industry wide awareness and thought leadership. Pushkar played a pivotal role in conceptualizing and developing the groundbreaking Secure 4.0 platform, a comprehensive fourth-generation security ecosystem that seamlessly integrates Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities and Artificial Intelligence into traditional security frameworks. During the unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, he worked on developing the life-saving 5D+3S framework, a revolutionary approach that harmoniously combines health security protocols with physical security measures. This framework not only protected lives but established a new paradigm for holistic security in crisis situations. As a member of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) committee, Pushkar has been contributing in formulating and/or revising critical BIS standards for physical security products. He spearheaded the development of India’s first customized BIS-certified safe specifically designed for the jewelry industry, addressing a critical market need with precision engineering and regulatory compliance. As a highly respected thought leader, Pushkar has been an active participant of several meaningful panel discussions, seminars and presentations. He has leveraged prestigious platforms like IISSM, Forbes, CNBC, CII, to name a few, to drive meaningful dialogue around innovation, sustainability, and industry transformation. His commitment to nurturing the next generation is evident through his active mentorship of young talent, ensuring the continued evolution and growth of the security profession. Through his leadership, he has established benchmarks for excellence that continue to inspire and guide security professionals across the globe.