Comments on: Vikas Shirodkar We Will Always Remember You

By: Neetu Wadhawan

Neetu Wadhawan — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 06:36:50 +0000

I only had the opportunity of meeting Mr. Shirodkar, once at our internal HR conference where he was invited as a guest speaker. He left an indelible impression on me for lifetime. I wish I had more opportunities to interact with him. May his soul rest in peace and his work continues to inspire us.

By: Jayant Ramchandra Nalawade

Jayant Ramchandra Nalawade — Sun, 01 Jun 2025 15:55:08 +0000

Deeply saddened. A very endearing personality. Will cherish memories of our interactions.

By: Vijaya Iyer

Vijaya Iyer — Thu, 29 May 2025 14:06:41 +0000

Thanks a lot Vivek for a wonderful Tribute to Vikas ji. The first time I got to meet him was in December 2024 Goa – JNJ Alumni .. too short a period to get to know him.. but the two days were enough to know what a great person he was.

By: Ajit Pendharkar

Ajit Pendharkar — Wed, 28 May 2025 12:16:20 +0000

A thought leader in HR has physically disappeared but his thoughts will always remain.
Like a soldier sacrifices his life on battle field Vikas left his mortal remains while deliverong a training.What a tribute by destiny to his way of being.
HR fraternity has lost a living encyclopedia ……
No words can recover this loss.

By: MABaraiya

MABaraiya — Wed, 28 May 2025 09:59:43 +0000

What a visionary and humanity leader we lost !!!!!

By: Arvind Shrouti

Arvind Shrouti — Wed, 28 May 2025 09:50:41 +0000

Tribute to Vikas Shirodkar
In Memory of a Gentle Giant in the World of HR and Industrial Relations
It is difficult — almost impossible — to express in words the sense of loss I feel today.
I first met Vikas Shirodkar through our common friend, Vivek Patwardhan. From that first meeting, something clicked — and a deep, lasting friendship began. Vikas soon became more than a colleague or a professional connection; he became a true friend. He visited our home many times, and I was equally fortunate to be welcomed into his. There was a natural warmth in the way he connected — gentle, unassuming, and deeply human. Every meeting with him felt meaningful.
After his retirement from General Motors, we had the opportunity to conduct several training programs together. Those moments remain etched in my memory — not just for the professional collaboration, but for the sheer joy of working alongside someone with such clarity, grace, and quiet confidence. He brought so much to the table — not only knowledge, but presence, maturity, and dignity.
Vikas was truly in his element when he was teaching, mentoring, and writing. His blog stands testimony to the depth of his thinking and the sharpness of his insight. Every post was carefully crafted, full of lived experience and human understanding. He had that rare ability to make complex ideas accessible without ever sounding simplistic. His words didn’t just inform — they moved you.
But Vikas’s legacy is not just in what he wrote or said. It is in how he made people feel. What we will miss most is not only his brilliance, but him — his ever-present sense of humour, his quiet wisdom, and the calm, kind presence that uplifted those around him. He never sought the limelight. He never spoke about his many achievements unless asked. Yet he left a lasting impact wherever he went — in boardrooms, classrooms, and hearts.
In a world that often mistakes noise for leadership, Vikas led with quiet strength. His integrity, humility, and authenticity are what made him unforgettable.
We will miss you always, Vikas. Your thoughts, your words, your warmth, and your way of being will remain with us — not just as memories, but as guiding lights.
– Arvind Shrouti

By: Prakash Shanwaren

Prakash Shanwaren — Wed, 28 May 2025 08:49:25 +0000

It is difficult to accept that Vikas is no longer with us . A dear friend ,a gentleman to core and a TRUE professional
It was a shocking news and I am stunned .
A great personal loss . Will miss his witty forwards early in the morning on our friends group.
May his soul rest in peace.

By: SUBRAMANIAN NAGANATH IYER

SUBRAMANIAN NAGANATH IYER — Wed, 28 May 2025 08:21:57 +0000

A very unassuming intellectual and a very humble and simple human being.
So many tout about what they have achieved talk about visibility and promoting themselves.
Here was a human being whose work and conduct spoke volumes for the human being and professional he was.
I have interacted with him and one on a long journey to Pune. I was just listening to him and mentally noting down certain gems.
Deeply saddened by his demise and the world has a lot to lose.
My sincere and deep condolences to his family.

By: Mohan Patil

Mohan Patil — Wed, 28 May 2025 07:47:09 +0000

Very saddened to hear this news. I fondly remember my first visit to the General Motors factory in Pune with Vikas Sir, during my tenure as the ER Head at the Volkswagen Pune plant. During that visit, he shared his wealth of experiences from various organizations, along with deep insights. He firmly believed that HR leaders must truly understand people — within the organization, outside, and in the larger community. He emphasized the importance of recognizing union challenges and community expectations. A thorough gentleman, Vikas Sir generously offered valuable guidance, which played a key role in shaping robust ER practices and achieving an amicable settlement at Volkswagen Pune. His contributions laid the foundation for a strategic ER approach and several HR initiatives, including leadership development programs for workers and union leaders. These efforts have had a lasting impact — even today at ŠkodaVagen Pune ,continues to uphold strong ER practices and I follows wherever I works. My heartfelt condolences to his family. May his soul rest in peace. Thank you, Sir, for everything. Regards Mohan Patil VP HR kSB India

By: Sathi

Sathi — Wed, 28 May 2025 07:31:21 +0000

We lost a dear HR leader. Was a junior resource when u first met him for an interview at J&J. His humility and the way he treated people touched me immensely. A sad day for HR