Interviews

Shreegopal Kabra, the visionary founder of RR Kabel, shares his remarkable journey of transforming a small Indian company into a global brand. As a seasoned entrepreneur with a passion for education and global recognition, his story serves as an inspiration for aspiring business leaders.

Subroto Bagchi, co-founder of Mindtree, presently chief advisor to Government of Odisha for institutional capacity building and wife, Susmita Bagchi, noted Odia writer and chairperson of Mo School Abhiyan of Government of Odisha, shared with us, their perspectives on social issues, philanthropy, and societal impact. The couple advocate for a thoughtful approach to philanthropy, recognizing the multifaceted challenges faced by India and the importance of both big and small engagements.

From a foundation in engineering and an impactful stint in the US software industry, Manoj's entrepreneurial spirit led him to reshape the real estate landscape in India with a focus on cutting-edge technology and customer experience.

From addressing healthcare gaps in 1979 to pioneering diagnostics, research, and philanthropy Suresh Vazirani discusses Transasia's evolution and commitment to creating a healthier world.

A leader in the real estate sector and the force behind Alliance Group & Urbanrise. With a background in Civil Engineering, Suneel shares insights on innovation, the future of Indian real estate, and the role of technology in shaping their success.

The brothers Rajdipkumar Gupta and Sandipkumar Gupta, born into a middle class family, always had the entrepreneurial spirit in them. Their keen eye spotted an opportunity in the niche segment of messaging interface and launched Route Mobile.

Ravi Kumar, Kavitha Subramanian, and Shrini Viswanath, the co-founders of Upstox, open up about their entrepreneurial journey, values, and perspectives on the Wnancial landscape in India. Their commitment to customer-centricity, long-term goals, and leveraging technology for Wnancial inclusion offers valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs.

From a childhood spent in his father's jewellery shop to steering the expansion of Joyalukkas into an international brand, Joy Alukkas shares invaluable insights on navigating challenges, blending tradition with innovation, and the profound importance of social responsibility in business. Join us as we explore the dynamic world of entrepreneurship through the lens of one of its prominent Wgures, Joy Alukkas.

The public perception is that Kerala is the graveyard of industries. But Harsh Mariwala, founder and chairman of Marico, would beg to differ. He tells us that the State with intelligent people has vast prospects. Mariwala, who authored the book, “Harsh Realities: The Making of Marico '', also gives insights from the tome for budding entrepreneurs.

K. Dinesh, a co-founder of Infosys and a prominent philanthropist, sheds light on the intergenerational impact of philanthropy. He highlights the importance of a formal structure for lasting change. Dinesh, whose philanthropy covers 27 States in India, discusses the significance of addressing societal challenges and advocates a heartfelt approach to charity, echoing Winston Churchill's timeless words: "We make a life by what we give."

Anil Jagasia, founder and chairman of Savex Technologies never had it easy. Embarking on an entrepreneurial journey in Mumbai, the city of dreams and Wnancial prowess, he built up the tech giant despite overwhelming challenges. In a conversation with Hurun India, Jagasia delves into the challenges of founding Savex Technologies in 1988, maintaining its tech distributor leadership, and his perspective on the pivotal role of Information and Communication Technology in national progress. He also unfolds plans for leveraging ArtiWcial Intelligence, imparts life lessons from four decades of entrepreneurship, and offers valuable advice for aspiring techpreneurs in India.

The journey of Amit Jatia, Chairperson, Westlife Foodworld Ltd, formerly known as Westlife Development, the master franchisee of McDonald’s® restaurants in West & South India, the pioneer who brought McDonald's in India with a blend of entrepreneurial spirit, resilience, and a strategic vision. In a conversation with Hurun India, he emphasizes the importance of innovation and commitment in order to succeed in the quick service restaurant (QSR) industry in India.

From early academic pursuits at IIT Bombay to becoming the visionary founder of TCS and later Datamatics, Dr. Lalit Kanodia's life is a narrative of resilience and innovation. He chronicles his remarkable journey, reThecting on pivotal moments, the evolution of the IT industry, and sharing enduring wisdom for aspiring entrepreneurs.