In a statement shared with the media, New York based Michelin star Chef Vikas Khanna said: “Being on the 2026 TIME100 list of the most influential people in the world is a matter of immense pride for me. I owe this recognition to my grandmother, mother, and sister, they always believed in me and it is their sacrifices, blessings, and guidance that has helped me reach where I am today. This achievement is a victory for India and our culinary legacy that is appreciated by people across the world. With this honour, I hope to inspire the people of my country to follow their ambition and represent India on the global stage.”
