Havas India

Rana Barua (M)

Group CEO India, SEA & North Asia (Japan & South Korea)

At Havas India, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of our culture. Our focus extends beyond representation—we create opportunities, challenge biases, and build a workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, background, or ability, feels valued and empowered to succeed. Inclusion isn’t just a commitment; it’s how we shape the future. As a signatory of the UN WEPs, one of the founding members of the Unstereotype Alliance India chapter, and through Havas' various global, regional & local initiatives, we foster an environment where diverse perspectives thrive, championing equity, gender diversity and leadership. Together, as One Havas, we are committed to driving real change and make a meaningful difference to brands, businesses and people.

General Information

WEPs signatory since 15 September 2021
Public
1001-5000 employees

Baseline

Between 30% and 50% women employees.

Less than 30% women at management level.

Between 30% and 50% women on boards/executive team/partners.

Industry

Advertising

Location

India
Asia and the Pacific
Also operating and will implement WEPs in the following countries and regions:
Other Countries
France
Italy
Singapore
Spain
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
United States of America

Progress - 2021

Percentage of women and men employees
  • 31.00
  • 69
  • 31 - 35%
  • 66 - 70%
Percentage of women and men in senior management positions
  • 32.00
  • 68
  • 31 - 35%
  • 66 - 70%
Percentage of women and men on the company board
  • 0.00
  • 100
  • 0.00
  • 100
Ratio of basic salary of women to men
  • 28
  • Global gender pay gap average: -
  • Company average: 28%
Percentage of new hires, women and men
  • 41.00
  • 59.00
  • 41 - 45%
  • 56 - 60%
Percentage of promotions and career opportunities, women and men
  • 51.00
  • 49.00
  • 51 - 55%
  • 46 - 50%
Retention rate of women and men employees who took parental leave
  • 50.00
  • 50.00
  • 45 - 50%
  • 45 - 50%
Has a confidential grievance, resolution, reporting and non-retaliation mechanism and procedure to respond to incidents of violence and harassment

Progress - 2025

Percentage of women and men employees
  • 42.00
  • 58
  • 41 - 45%
  • 56 - 60%
Percentage of women and men in senior management positions
  • 41.98
  • 58.02
  • 41 - 45%
  • 56 - 60%
Percentage of women and men on the company board
  • 0.00
  • 100
  • 0.00
  • 100
Ratio of basic salary of women to men
  • 50
  • Global gender pay gap average: -
  • Company average: 50%
Percentage of new hires, women and men
  • 46.00
  • 58.00
  • 46 - 50%
  • 56 - 60%
Percentage of promotions and career opportunities, women and men
  • 44.00
  • 56.00
  • 41 - 45%
  • 56 - 60%
Retention rate of women and men employees who took parental leave
  • 50.00
  • 50.00
  • 45 - 50%
  • 45 - 50%
Has a confidential grievance, resolution, reporting and non-retaliation mechanism and procedure to respond to incidents of violence and harassment
Last updated on: 03 April 2025