Naina Lal Kidwai is an Indian banker and businesswoman known for her significant contributions to the finance sector. She served as the Country Head of HSBC India and was the first woman to lead a foreign bank in India. Kidwai has also held various leadership roles in organizations like the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) and the Indian School of Business (ISB). In addition to her banking career, Naina Lal Kidwai is an advocate for women's empowerment and education. She has been involved in initiatives that promote entrepreneurship among women and has served on the boards of several prominent institutions, including the National Stock Exchange (NSE).