Welcome to another powerful episode of Leadership Lounge with The CEO Magazine, where we spotlight pioneers transforming their industries with vision and impact.

In this episode, Shweta sits down with Advocate Radhika Thapar Bahl, the Founder of Fertility Law Care, India’s pioneering legal consultancy focused on fertility, reproductive rights, surrogacy, and ART law.

From her beginnings as a legal practitioner to becoming a leading voice in fertility law advocacy, Radhika’s journey is marked by compassion, innovation, and social responsibility. She shares how she broke barriers in a niche legal space, built a trusted brand, and continues to shape the legal landscape for aspiring families and women in India.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• What inspired her to focus on fertility and healthcare law
  

• Challenges in founding Fertility Law Care and building client trust
  

• The state of reproductive rights and surrogacy laws in India
  

• Balancing legal frameworks with empathy in emotionally sensitive cases
  

• How policy gaps affect patients, clinics, and legal guardianship
  

• The intersection of mental health and legal support for fertility seekers
  

• Advice for aspiring lawyers pursuing niche, purpose-driven fields
  

• Her vision for legal reform and patient-first advocacy in India

Why This Episode Matters:

Whether you’re in the legal, healthcare, or social impact space, this episode highlights how empathetic lawyering, specialized knowledge, and advocacy can come together to create meaningful change. It’s a must-watch for aspiring lawyers, policymakers, and anyone passionate about women's rights and family planning in modern India.

Watch the full episode above for a deep dive into the legal world behind IVF, surrogacy, and the future of reproductive rights in India.