100 Years, 100 Icons - P N RAO's Centennial Honors
P N RAO is honoured to mark its remarkable centennial year by paying tribute to 100 prominent people and institutions who have significantly contributed to Bengaluru’s development in Business, Education, Arts & Culture, and Social Service. Celebrating a century of excellence and the city’s evolution!
Wadiyar Dynasty
Yaduveer Chamraja Wadiyar
Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar
G K VALE & Co.
Mr Anand Sukumar
Anand Sukumar - GK VALE
G K Vale is a renowned photography store based in Bangalore, India that has been in the business since 1910. It is known for its event photography and excellence in photo printing. Some of its contributions to Bangalore are:
- It has grown from a single photo lab store on MG Road to 35+ branches across South India, offering a wide range of photo products and services.
- It has been a pioneer in introducing the latest technology and equipment in photography, such as digital cameras, instant prints, photo books, canvas prints, etc.
- It has captured the history and culture of Bangalore through its portraits of eminent personalities, landmarks, festivals and events.
- It has been a trusted partner for thousands of customers who want to preserve their memories and moments through high-quality photography and printing.
It has also launched an online platform to cater to customers across the globe and deliver their photo products to their doorstep.
Barton, Son & Co.
Mr Aashish Bharat Mehta
Mr Aashish Bharat Mehta
One of the tall landmarks of Bangalore has deep roots in the history of the City. Barton Centre on M G Road got its name from the silver ornaments shop that is standing on the same plot. Thomas Barton of England arrived in Namma Bengaluru and set up his silver shop, Barton Centre, in 1861.
MTR Foods
Ms Hemamalini Maiya
Ms Hemamalini Maiya
MTR stands for Mavalli Tiffin Rooms, a famous food-related enterprise in India that originated in Bangalore. MTR has contributed to Bangalore’s culinary culture by creating the popular South Indian breakfast item, Rava Idli, and by serving authentic Karnataka Brahmin food since 19241. MTR has also expanded its business to other locations in India and abroad, as well as to pre-packaged food products.
Mr M S Mani
Nilgiris Co-Founder
Mr M S Mani Nilgiri Dairy Farm Private Limited
Nilgiri’s is a supermarket chain in South India that has its origins in Bangalore. Nilgiri’s has contributed to Bangalore by providing quality dairy products, baked goods, chocolates and groceries since 1905. Nilgiri’s also has a store brand that produces its own products under the label of “Nilgiri’s 1905”. Nilgiri’s was one of the first supermarket chains in India to adopt the concept of self-service and modern retailing. Nilgiri’s has also expanded its presence to other cities in South India and has over 150 franchise outlets.
Vijaylakshmi Silks
Mr C V Govardhan
C V Govardhan - Vijaylakshmi Silks
Vijayalakshmi Silks is a silk and saree store that has been serving Bangalore since 1920. Vijayalakshmi Silks has contributed to Bangalore by offering quality and authentic silk sarees in various styles and designs, such as Kancheepuram, Benares, Uppada, Gadhwal, Patola, Jamavar, Jamdhani and Kathan. Vijayalakshmi Silks also has an exclusive bridal collection and a range of other fabrics like chiffon, crepe, georgette, tussar, net, satin and more. Vijayalakshmi Silks has expanded its presence to several locations in Bangalore and Mysore and has an online store as well.
GRR
Mr Deepak Gadi
Deepak Gadi - GRR
G. S. Ramaswamy Chetty & Son is a service provider of exhibition infrastructure, waterproof structures, shamiyana, furniture and air-conditioners in Bangalore. G. S. Ramaswamy Chetty & Son was established in 1889 and has been serving various events and functions for more than 125 years. G. S. Ramaswamy Chetty & Son has contributed to Bangalore by providing quality service and products, adapting to changing trends and technology, and catering to different consumer domains. G. S. Ramaswamy Chetty & Son has also been awarded the Bharat Nirman Award and recognized by several institutions for its contribution to the industry.
Koshy’s
Mr Prem Koshy
Mr Prem Koshy
Koshy’s is a restaurant and cafe that has been serving Bangalore since 1940. Koshy’s has contributed to Bangalore by offering traditional English bread, baked goods, and a variety of cuisines ranging from South Indian to Continental. Koshy’s has also been a popular hangout for celebrities, politicians, artists, and intellectuals, such as Jawaharlal Nehru, Queen Elizabeth II, Nikita Krushchev, R K Narayan, M F Husain, and Ramachandra Guha. Koshy’s has also been a part of Bangalore’s cultural and social history, hosting events such as book launches, poetry readings, music shows, and debates.
Vidyarthi Bhavan
Mr Ramakrishna Adiga
Ramakrishna Adiga
Vidyarthi Bhavan is a vegetarian tiffin restaurant in Gandhi Bazaar, Basavanagudi, South Bangalore. It has been considered an iconic establishment of the area and Bangalore in general, with its masala dosa being particularly recognized. It was founded in 1943 by Venketarama Ural to serve students who originally hailed from outside the city who were attending the nearby Acharya Pathasala Public School and National College. It has a loyal clientele that includes writers, artistes, film stars and corporate professionals. It celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2018 with a silver jubilee celebration and by releasing a coffee table book. It has also received a visit from Starbucks co-founder Zev Siegl in 2021. Vidyarthi Bhavan’s contribution to Bangalore is that it has preserved its heritage, culture and cuisine for generations and has become a symbol of the city’s old-world charm.
C Krishniah Chetty Jewellers
Mr Hayagriv & Family
Mr. Hayagriv, Vinod Hayagriv, Chaitanya & Shreyas Cotha
C. Krishniah Chetty & Sons is a fine jewellery business in Bangalore that was founded in 1869 by Cotha Krishniah Chetty. It has been a jeweller to the British, to the Royal Houses of India and is today, a preferred partner to leaders in fashion and fine jewellery. It has also imported and sold luxury items from Mappin & Webb of London and Rolex of Switzerland. It has six luxury showrooms and boutiques across Bangalore and offers designer jewellery online. C. Krishniah Chetty & Sons’ contribution to Bangalore is that it has upheld its tradition, excellence and innovation for over 150 years and has become a symbol of the city’s elegance and sophistication.
Deccan Herald
Mr Tilak Kumar
Mr Tilak Kumar
Deccan Herald is an Indian English language daily newspaper published from the Indian state of Karnataka. It was founded by K. N. Guruswamy, a liquor businessman from Ballari, and was launched on 17 June 1948. It is published by The Printers Mysore, a privately held company owned by the Nettakallappa family, heirs of Guruswamy1. It has seven editions printed from Bengaluru, Hubballi, Davanagere, Hosapete, Mysuru, Mangaluru, and Kalaburagi1. Deccan Herald’s contribution to Bangalore is that it has been a reliable source of news and information for the city and the state for over 70 years. It has also been a platform for cultural and literary activities, hosting events such as the Deccan Herald Theatre Festival and the Deccan Herald Metrolife Fashion Show23. It has also been a voice for social causes, such as environmental protection, women’s empowerment and civic issues.
Cash Pharmacy
Mr Sujaya Gowra & Rajendra Prasad
Mr Sujaya Gowra & Rajendra Prasad
Cash Pharmacy is a pharmacy and general store located on Residency Road, Bangalore. It was established in 1909 by an Irish couple who ran a bar and restaurant called Funnel’s. It is one of the oldest pharmacies in the city and has been a landmark for generations. Cash Pharmacy’s contribution to Bangalore is that it has been a reliable source of medicines and health products for the city’s residents. It has also been a witness to the city’s history and heritage, surviving wars, riots, floods and fires. It has also been a place of nostalgia and memories for many Bangaloreans who have visited it over the years.
Favourite shop and Soch
Mr Manohar Chatlani
Manohar D Chatlani
The Bangalore Press
Mr Rtn Ananthswamy
Rtn Ananthaswamy, Bangalore Press
Bangalore Press is an Indian printing press company that was founded on August 5, 1916 by Sir M. Visvesvaraya, the Prime Minister of Mysore. It is one of the oldest companies of India and prints calendars, diaries, panchangas (almanacs), books and notebooks. It is well known for publishing calendars in English and Kannada languages, which have a loyal customer base across the country. Bangalore Press’s contribution to Bangalore is that it has been a reliable source of information and culture for the city and the state for over a century. It has also been a witness to the city’s history and heritage, surviving wars, riots, floods and fires. It has also been a platform for showcasing the talent of local writers and artists. It celebrated its 100th edition of the calendar in 2020 with a special postal cover and a commemorative silver coin.
Corner House
Mr A Narayan Rao
A Narayan Rao
Corner House has become a part of Bengaluru’s culture and spirit, as it evokes nostalgia and familiarity for many people who grew up in the city. It is also known for its black-and-white photos at its parlours, displaying frozen moments from Bangalore (not Bengaluru) of yore, going back as far as the late 1800s. Rao says he wants Corner House to be Bengaluru’s darling brand.
It sells, on average, 1.5 lakh litres of ice cream every month1. Some of its most-sold flavours are Death By Chocolate, Rum-and-Raisins and Hot Chocolate Fudge.
Amrut Distilleries
Mr Rakshit Jagdale
Rakshit Jagdale
Amrut Distilleries is best known for its eponymous Amrut brand of single malt whisky, which is the first single malt whisky to be made in India1. Amrut Distilleries has contributed to Bengaluru’s culture and economy by creating a high-quality product that showcases the potential of Indian whisky. It has also helped to promote Bengaluru as a destination for whisky lovers and enthusiasts from across the world2. Amrut Distilleries currently sells its single malt whisky in 23 countries, including Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Norway, Singapore, Spain, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, the United Kingdom and the United States1. It also produces other spirits such as brandy, rum, vodka, gin and blended whisky for the domestic market
Gokaldas Exports
Mr Dinesh Hinduja
Dinesh Hinduja
Gokaldas Exports has contributed to Bengaluru’s development and employment by creating a large workforce of more than 32,000 employees. It has also invested in social responsibility initiatives such as supporting government schools, providing health care facilities, promoting women empowerment and environmental sustainability. Gokaldas Exports has also raised capital through a QIP (Qualified Institutional Placement) of Rs.300 crore in October 2021 to fund its expansion plans.
Wipro Limited
Mr Azim Premji
Azim Premji
Wipro Limited has contributed to Bengaluru’s innovation and growth by creating cutting-edge solutions that harness the power of cognitive computing, hyper-automation, robotics, cloud, analytics, and emerging technologies. It has also launched various initiatives such as Wipro-Google Cloud Innovation Arena, Wipro AWS Launch Pad co-innovation centre, and Wipro DataRobot partnership to deliver enhanced cloud and AI solutions to customers. Wipro Limited has also been involved in social responsibility through its arm Wipro Cares, which engages in education, primary healthcare, community ecology, and disaster response in proximate communities. Wipro Cares has supported government schools, provided health care facilities, promoted women empowerment and environmental sustainability through its programs. Wipro Limited has also joined the World Economic Forum’s ‘Partnership for New Work Standards’ initiative to establish a healthy, resilient and equitable future of work.
Mr Nandan Nilekani
UDAI Chairman
Nandan Nilekani
Nilekani has received numerous accolades for his contributions, including being named “Asia’s Businessman of the Year 2003” by Fortune Magazine and receiving the prestigious Joseph Schumpeter Prize for innovative services in economy, economic sciences, and politics in 2005. In 2006, he was awarded the Padma Bhushan, named Businessman of the year by Forbes Asia, and listed as one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time Magazine. Nilekani has authored three books, including “Imagining India,” “Rebooting India: Realizing a Billion Aspirations” co-authored with Viral Shah, and “The Art of Bitfulness: Keeping calm in the digital world” co-authored with Tanuj Bhojwani. In 2019, he was inducted as an International Honorary Member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and in 2022, he was appointed co-Chair of the G20 Task Force on Digital Public Infrastructure and received Business Standard’s Lifetime Achievement Award.
Kirloskar Electric Co. Ltd.
Mr Vijay Kirloskar
Vijay Kirloskar
Vijay Kirloskar is a well-known industrialist and philanthropist in India. He is the Chairman and Managing Director of Kirloskar Systems Ltd, a technology company that provides innovative solutions for the energy and environment sectors.
Kirloskar has also made significant contributions to Bangalore city. He has been actively involved in the development of the city’s infrastructure and is a prominent member of various business associations and organizations that work towards the betterment of Bangalore.
One of his notable contributions is the establishment of the Kirloskar Institute of Advanced Management Studies (KIAMS), a management school located in Harihar, Karnataka. KIAMS has been recognized as one of the top B-Schools in India and has produced many successful business leaders.
Kirloskar has also been involved in various philanthropic activities, including supporting education and healthcare initiatives. He has been recognized for his contributions to society and has received several awards, including the Padma Shri, one of the highest civilian awards in India, in 2010.
Biocon
Ms Kiran Mazumdar Shaw
Kiran Mazumdar Shaw
Born on March 23, 1953, in Pune, India, Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw is a highly successful Indian entrepreneur and the founder of Biocon, a biopharmaceutical company based in Bangalore, India. From humble beginnings in 1978, when she started Biocon in a rented garage with just Rs. 10,000 (approx. $140), she transformed it into a leading biotech company in India that focuses on developing drugs for diabetes and cancer.
Mazumdar-Shaw’s leadership at Biocon has led to numerous successes, including being the first Indian company to receive approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for two of its products. She has also established partnerships with various global pharmaceutical companies, such as Pfizer and Mylan, to develop and produce generic drugs.
Aside from her entrepreneurial accomplishments, Mazumdar-Shaw is also actively involved in philanthropic work in Bangalore, where she has established educational and healthcare institutions such as the Mazumdar Shaw Medical Foundation and the Mazumdar Shaw Center for Translational Research at the Indian Institute of Science.
Her contributions to Bangalore’s biotech industry and philanthropic work have earned her numerous accolades, including the Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan, two of India’s highest civilian honors. Additionally, she was awarded the Othmer Gold Medal in 2014 for her significant contributions to the advancement of science and chemistry and was included on the Financial Times 2011 top 50 women in business list. In 2019, she was recognized by Forbes as the 68th most powerful woman in the world, and in 2020, she was named the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year. She was previously married to John Shaw.
Infosys
Mr N R Narayana Murthy
N R Narayana Murthy
N. R. Narayana Murthy, born on August 20, 1946 in Mysore, India, is a highly successful Indian entrepreneur and the co-founder of Infosys Limited, one of India’s largest IT consulting and software services company. As of October 2022, he has a net worth of $4.5 billion according to Forbes.
Throughout his career, Murthy has held various positions in Infosys, including CEO, president, chief mentor, and chairman. He is currently the chairman emeritus, and previously served as the executive chairman from 2013 to 2018.
Murthy is renowned for his significant contributions to the growth and development of the IT industry in India, particularly in Bangalore city. He was one of the co-founders of Infosys Limited in the 1980s and played a pivotal role in establishing it as a leading IT company in India.
Under his leadership, Infosys became the first Indian company to be listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange in the United States, and he introduced several policies and initiatives to promote innovation, excellence, and ethics within the organization.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Narayana Murthy has also made a significant impact on the city of Bangalore through various philanthropic activities, such as constructing public libraries and supporting underprivileged children’s education. Additionally, he has been actively involved in promoting good governance and transparency in government institutions.
For his contributions to the IT industry and social causes, Murthy has received numerous accolades and awards, including the Padma Vibhushan, which is India’s second-highest civilian award. Fortune magazine has recognized him as one of the greatest entrepreneurs of our time, while Time magazine and CNBC have referred to him as the “father of the Indian IT sector” due to his significant contributions to outsourcing in India.
Mr Sachin Bhansal
Flipkart Co-founder
Sachin Bhansal
Sachin Bansal (born 5 August 1981) is an Indian entrepreneur. He is best known as the founder of Flipkart During his over 11 year career at Flipkart, Bansal was CEO and chairman. In 2018, Bansal exited Flipkart following the Walmart deal.
In 2007, Sachin Bansal and Binny Bansal (not related) founded Flipkart whose valuation in 2018 was $20.8 billion. In 2018, Bansal held a 5.5 percent stake in Flipkart, which he sold to Walmart and his net worth then was a little over $1 billion. In May 2018, Bansal announced that after stepping down as the executive chairman of Flipkart, he would be focusing on pending personal projects, gaming and brushing up his coding skills. Sachin Bansal is now the managing director of Navi Group, a financial services company.
Sachin Bansal is an Indian entrepreneur and the co-founder of Flipkart, an e-commerce company headquartered in Bangalore, India. Flipkart is one of the largest e-commerce platforms in India and was acquired by Walmart in 2018 for $16 billion.
Sachin Bansal’s contribution to Bangalore city is primarily through his role in building Flipkart, which has been a major driver of economic growth and job creation in the region. As the co-founder of Flipkart, Bansal played a key role in building the company from a small startup to a major player in the Indian e-commerce market, and in the process, he helped to create thousands of jobs in Bangalore and other cities across India.
In addition to his work with Flipkart, Bansal has also been involved in several philanthropic initiatives focused on education and technology. He has donated significant sums of money to support initiatives in these areas, including a $21 million donation to the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi in 2019 to set up a new research center focused on artificial intelligence.
Prestige Group
Mr Irfan Razack
Irfan Razack
Irfan Razack, one of the co-founders of the Prestige Group, a prominent real estate development firm in India, is widely respected for his leadership in the industry. He currently serves as the Chairman and Managing Director of the company, which is headquartered in Bangalore, Karnataka.
Under Razack’s leadership, the Prestige Group has played a vital role in shaping Bangalore’s skyline and transforming the city into a modern metropolis. The company has developed several residential, commercial, and hospitality projects, including high-rise apartments, IT parks, shopping malls, hotels, and resorts. Notable among them are UB City, Prestige Shantiniketan, Forum Mall, Prestige Golfshire, and Prestige Tech Park, among others.
Razack’s contribution to the development of Bangalore city has been significant. He is widely recognized as a visionary leader who has made a positive impact on the city’s growth and development. His focus on sustainability and green initiatives has earned the Prestige Group several awards and recognitions in the real estate industry.
Apart from his work in real estate, Razack is also involved in philanthropic activities. He is the trustee of the Razack Foundation, which works towards providing education, healthcare, and other basic amenities to underprivileged sections of society. He has also set up the Prestige Foundation, the charity arm of the Prestige Group, which undertakes various initiatives for the betterment of society.
Embassy Group
Mr Jitu Virwani, Chairman & M D
Jitu Virwani
Jitu Virwani is an Indian entrepreneur and the founder of Embassy Group, one of the leading real estate development companies in India. The Embassy Group was founded in 1993 by Jitu Virwani and is headquartered in Bangalore, India.
Under the leadership of Jitu Virwani, Embassy Group has made significant contributions to the development of Bangalore city. The company has been instrumental in transforming Bangalore’s skyline with several iconic commercial and residential projects. Some of the notable projects developed by Embassy Group include Embassy Golf Links, Embassy Manyata Business Park, Embassy TechVillage, and Embassy One.
Embassy Group has also contributed to the development of social infrastructure in Bangalore. The company has built schools, hospitals, and community centers in various parts of the city. In addition, Embassy Group has been actively involved in promoting sports and cultural activities in Bangalore.
Overall, Jitu Virwani and Embassy Group have played a significant role in shaping the development of Bangalore city, contributing to its growth as a major economic and cultural hub in India.
Brigade Group
M R Jaishankar
M R Jaishankar
He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in agriculture and a Master of Business Administration. His commitment to quality and passion for innovation has seen Brigade Group grow from a single-building, small-scale private enterprise to a diverse multi- domain Company which is into all verticals of Real Estate. Under his leadership Brigade Group has scaled new heights and this has been recognized by the many awards Brigade Group has received over the years.
Khoday Group - Ramada Pub
Mr L Swamy Khoday
L Swamy Khoday
The Khoday Group is a multi-service business group based in Bangalore that was founded in 1906 as a silk manufacturer by Khoday Eshwarsa.The Group has diversified into various sectors such as distillery, stationery, engineering, biotech, glass, power and healthcare. The Group’s flagship company, Khoday India Ltd., produces popular whiskies such as Red Knight and Peter Scot and exports them to several countries. The Group also set up the Khoday Stem Cell Research & Medical Centre at Anjanapura near Bangalore with an investment of ₹150 million (US$1.9 million). The Group employs over 6,000 people and is one of the leading business houses in Karnataka
Zerodha
Mr Nithin & Nikhil Kamath
Nithin Kamanth & Nikhil Kamath
Zerodha is a discount broking firm that offers online stock trading and investment platforms in India. It was founded in 2010 by Nithin Kamath and his brother Nikhil Kamath with the goal of breaking all barriers that traders and investors face in India in terms of cost, support, and technology. Zerodha has grown to become one of the largest stock brokerages in India in terms of active retail clients, contributing over 15% of all Indian retail trading volumes.
Some of the contributions that Zerodha has made to Bangalore city are:
It has created employment opportunities for hundreds of people in its headquarters in JP Nagar and other branch offices across the city. It has invested in several fintech startups through its fund and incubator Rainmatter, which aims to grow the Indian capital markets and foster innovation.
It has launched various educational and community initiatives to empower retail traders and investors, such as Varsity, Trading QnA, Z-Connect, and Open Trade. It has supported various social causes and charities through its foundation Zerodha Cares, such as education, environment, animal welfare, and healthcare.
Swiggy
Mr Rahul Jaimini, Nandan Reddy & Sriharsha Majety
Rahul Jaimini, Nandan Reddy & Sriharsha Majety
Swiggy is an online food ordering and delivery platform that was founded in Bangalore in 2014. It operates in 500 Indian cities and offers various services such as food delivery, grocery delivery, package delivery and more. Swiggy has contributed to Bangalore city in many ways, such as:
Creating employment opportunities for thousands of delivery partners, restaurant partners and cloud kitchen operators.
Providing convenience, choice and fast delivery to millions of customers who order food and other essentials online.
Supporting local businesses and communities during the COVID-19 pandemic by delivering essentials, alcohol and medicines. Innovating and expanding its offerings to cater to the changing needs and preferences of the consumers. Swiggy is one of the leading online delivery platforms in India and has become a household name in Bangalore city
Big Basket
Mr Hari Menon
Hari Menon
Big basket is India’s leading online grocery shopping app, trusted by 10 million+ happy customers and counting! It offers a wide range of products, from household cleaning products to beauty and makeup, with more than 1000 brands. It also provides convenience and savings to its customers by delivering groceries in 300+ cities across India.
Big basket has also contributed to Bangalore city by providing employment opportunities, supporting local farmers and vendors, and reducing carbon footprint by using electric vehicles for delivery. According to its website, big basket employs over 20,000 people across India, many of whom are based in Bangalore. It also sources fresh fruits and vegetables directly from farmers, eliminating middlemen and ensuring fair prices for both farmers and customers. Moreover, big basket has partnered with Mahindra Electric to use electric vehicles for its last-mile delivery, which helps reduce air pollution and noise levels in the city.
FeatherLite
Mr Manohar & Jawahar Gopal
Jawahar Gopal & Manohar Gopal
Featherlite is a leading furniture manufacturing organisation in India that provides complete office furniture solutions for all segments of market. It also offers furniture for education, healthcare and home spaces. Featherlite has been in the industry for more than five decades and has transformed over 50 million sq.ft. of space with its ergonomic and sustainable design. Some of its flagship projects include AMD Hyderabad, Diageo Bengaluru, Adobe Bengaluru, Samsung Bengaluru and Amazon Hyderabad.
Featherlite’s contribution to Bangalore city is evident from its presence across 62 locations in India, including its corporate office and showroom in Vasanthnagar. Featherlite also generates 320+ WP of solar power every day, which shows its commitment to environmental responsibility.
Ganjam Jewellers
Mr Dushyanth Umesh Ganjam
Dushyanth Umesh Ganjam
GANJAM NAGAPPA AND SON PRIVATE LIMITED is a company that deals in manufacturing and supplying of diamond jewellery, gold, platinum, polished diamonds, silver, diamond jewellery diamonds-polished. It is located at 63, Palace Road. It has an annual turnover of Rs. 100 – 500 Crore.
The company has contributed to Bangalore city by providing high-quality jewellery products and supporting local artisans. According to its website, the company has a legacy of over 130 years and has been awarded the National Award for Master Craftsmen by the Government of India. The company also supports various social causes such as education, health care, environment and heritage conservation.
Reva Electric
Mr Sandeep Maini
Sandeep Maini
Chetan Maini is a co-founder and vice chairman at SUN Mobility and an Indian business magnate in the electric car industry. He is best known for building India’s first electric car, REVA, and as the founder of Reva Electric Car Company Ltd, now Mahindra Electric Mobility Limited, where he served as an advisor. He holds over 40 patents in battery and energy management systems in electric vehicle technologies and has received several awards and recognitions for his innovations.
Maini Group is a group of companies founded by Dr. S. K. Maini in 1973 that is synonymous with innovation and cutting edge technology. The group has interests in various sectors such as precision products, aerospace components, material handling equipment, people movement battery operated vehicles, end to end warehousing and storage solutions, plastics and composites, electric vehicles, electric powertrain, EV chargers and autonomous vehicles. The group has strategic alliances with international leaders such as Ferretto Group, Italy and NACCO Materials Handling Group (NMHG), USA4.
The Maini Group and its companies have contributed to Bangalore city in various ways, such as:
Providing employment opportunities to thousands of people in the city and beyond. Promoting green and sustainable mobility solutions that reduce carbon emissions and noise pollution.
Supporting art and cultural traditions through the Sandeep & Gitanjali Maini Foundation that works to foster the development of new mediums of expression. Participating in social initiatives such as providing electric vehicles to NGOs for COVID-19 relief work.
Mr Prakash Padukone
Badminton Player
Prakash Padukone
Prakash Padukone is a former Indian badminton player who was ranked World No. 1 in 1980 and became the first Indian to win the All England Open Badminton Championships. He was awarded the Padma Shri in 1982 by the Government of India1. He is one of the co-founders of Olympic Gold Quest, a foundation dedicated to the promotion of Olympic sports in India.
One of his contributions to Bangalore city is the establishment of the Prakash Padukone Badminton Academy in 1994, along with fellow national champion Vimal Kumar. The academy has produced many national champions such as Aparna Popat, Anup Sridhar, Ashwini Ponnappa and Lakshya Sen. Padukone has also served as the chairman of the Badminton Association of India for a short while.
In 2021, Padukone received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Badminton World Federation (BWF) for his outstanding achievements and contributions to the sport.
Mr Pankaj Advani
Indian Billiards Player
Pankaj Advani
Pankaj Advani is a famous cueist who has won many national and international titles in billiards and snooker. He is considered to be one of the best players in the world and has brought glory to Bangalore and India. He was born in Kuwait but moved to Bangalore with his family after the Gulf War. He started playing cue sports at the age of 10 with his elder brother Shree Advani, who is also his mentor and psychologist. He has received many awards and honors, including the Arjuna Award and the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award. He is also a philanthropist who supports various causes and charities.
Mr Venkatesh Prasad
Cricketer
Venkatesh Prasad
Bapu Krishnarao Venkatesh Prasad1 is a former Indian cricketer, cricket coach and commentator who played Tests and ODIs from 1994 to 2001. He was born on 5 August 1969 in Bangalore, Karnataka. He was a right-arm medium-fast bowler who formed a successful bowling partnership with Javagal Srinath. He is currently the bowling coach for Kings XI Punjab in the Indian Premier League.
He did play for Karnataka in domestic cricket and represented his state with distinction. He also received the Arjuna Award in 2000 for his excellence in sports. He has a post graduate certificate from University of London and a Bachelor of Engineering from MSRIT.
Mr Rahul Dravid
Cricketer
Rahul Dravid
Rahul Dravid is a former Indian cricketer and the current head coach of the Indian cricket team. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen of all time and a legend of Karnataka cricket. He was born and raised in Bengaluru and played for various clubs and teams in the city. He has also contributed to the development of sports and education in Bengaluru in various ways.
Some of his contributions to Bengaluru city are:
He joined the Bangalore United Cricket Club (BUCC) as a 13-year-old and learned the basics of cricket from his coach Mr Tarapore. He later became the president of the club and played a match for them after his retirement to help them get promoted to the first division.
He spoke at a sporting event in the city in 2023, addressing the concerns of physical education teachers from across India. He emphasized the importance of play and sports for students and how Bengaluru has been progressive in focusing on sustainable development of sports infrastructure.
He declined to accept an honorary doctorate from Bangalore University in 2017, saying that he would like to earn it through academic research in the field of sports.
He inaugurated Abhinav Bindra’s Targeting Performance Centre at the Padukone-Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence in Bengaluru in 2017. The centre provides high-performance training and rehabilitation facilities for athletes.
He is also involved in various charitable and social causes in Bengaluru, such as supporting education for underprivileged children, promoting organ donation, and raising awareness about mental health.
Mr Anil Kumble
Cricketer
Anil Kumble
Anil Kumble is a former Indian cricketer and captain of the Indian cricket team. He was born in Bangalore and has contributed significantly to the city. In October 1996, Anil Kumble along with Javagal Srinath helped India win a scintillating ODI match against Australia in Bengaluru in Titan Cup. The duo added 52 runs for 9th wicket partnership, after Sachin Tendulkar got out at 88 when India was 164/8, chasing a target of 216 runs 1.
Kumble announced his retirement from all forms of the game ahead of the 2011 IPL auctions and was immediately offered the mentorship role for the Bangalore franchise
Kumble was awarded the Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian honour in 2005. After having played for 18 years, he announced his retirement from international cricket in November 2008. In October 2012, Kumble was appointed the chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC)’s cricket committee.
Between 2012 and 2015, Kumble held positions as a chief mentor for the teams Royal Challengers Bangalore and Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League. He was also a former head coach of the Indian cricket team as well. In February 2015, he became the fourth Indian cricketer to be inducted into ICC Hall of Fame. Kumble is currently the Head Coach and the Director of Cricket Operations of Punjab Kings.
Mr Ashish Kumar Ballal
Hockey Player
Ashish Kumar Ballal
Ashish Kumar Ballal is a former Indian goalkeeper of Field Hockey. He represented India in the 1992 Barcelona Olympics, the 1990 World cup, 3 Champions Trophy tournaments (1989, 1993, 1996), 2 Asian Games (1994, 1998) and 2 Asia Cups (1989, 1993) . For his outstanding contribution to the game of hockey, Ballal was bestowed with the Arjuna Award in 1997 by the Government of India and the Eklavya Award in 2000 by the government of Karnataka . He coaches hockey players of India. In a laudable effort, he runs the Ashish Ballal Hockey Academy in Bangalore as his way of giving back to the game of hockey in India
Ms Nisha Millet
Swimmer
Nisha Millet
Nisha Millet is a swimmer from Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. She attended Sophia High School in Bangalore. In 1994, while still a sub-junior, Millet won all five freestyle gold medals at the Senior National Level and beat India’s top swimmers. The same year, she also won her first international medal at the Asian Age Group Championships in Hong Kong . An Arjuna Award winner, Nisha was the only woman in the 2000 Sydney Olympics swim team for India. She has won more than 600 gold medals at State, National and International Meets. She has represented India at the world swimming championships (1998 and 2004) the Asian Games (1998) and was the first Indian to qualify for swimming at the Olympics in the 200 meter freestyle.
Mr Fouaad Mirza
Indian Equestrian
Fouaad Mirza
Fouaad Mirza is an Indian equestrian who hails from Bangalore. He won the silver medal in the individual eventing category at the 2018 Asian Games held in Jakarta . He also became the first Indian to qualify for the Olympics in equestrian since 2000.
Mr Rohan Bopanna
Tennis Player
Rohan Bopanna
Rohan Bopanna is an Indian professional tennis player from Bangalore. He has been a member of the Indian Davis Cup team since 2002. Bopanna partnered with Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi in doubles in 2007. The duo, nicknamed the IndoPak Express, went on to win four Challenger titles in quick succession. He has won 31% of his career matches and has a career-high ranking of world No. 3 in doubles.
Bopanna is involved with a number of charitable causes one of which is his close association and support for the not-for-profit organization, ‘GoSports Foundation’, which nurtures young talent. He donates to the organization a part of the profit that is generated by selling the ‘Stop War Start Tennis’ merchandise. He also won the men’s doubles gold medal with partner Divij Sharan at the 2018 Asian Games held in Jakarta.
Indo-American Hybrid Seeds
Mr Arthur Santosh Attavar
Arthur Santosh Attavar
Arthur Santosh Attavar is the Chairman & Managing Director at Indo-American Hybrid Seeds (India) Pvt. Ltd. He has won many national and international awards in the field of horticulture. However, I couldn’t find any information about his contribution to Bangalore city
Mr Roger Michael Binny
Cricketer
Roger Michael Humphrey Binny
Roger Michael Humphrey Binny is an Indian former international cricketer who is the 36th and incumbent president of Board of Control for Cricket in India1. He was the first cricketer of Anglo Indian decent to play for India. He made his debut for India at his home ground in Bangalore in 1979, against Pakistan and is the first Anglo-Indian to play Test cricket for India.
Mr Ramachandra Guha
Historian and Environmentalist
Ramachandra Guha
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Ms Sudha Murty
Indian Educator and Author
Sudha Murty
Sudha Murthy has contributed significantly to Bangalore city. She has been involved in various philanthropic activities through the Infosys Foundation. The foundation has undertaken several initiatives in the areas of healthcare, education, rural development, arts and culture.
She has also been involved in the preservation of heritage sites in Bangalore. She has worked towards the restoration of the ancient temple of Someshwara in Ulsoor.
Mr Naresh V Narasimhan
Architect
Naresh V Narasimhan
Naresh V Narasimhan is the Managing Partner at VA – Venkataramanan Associates, a multi- disciplinary award-winning architecture firm based in Bangalore. Steeped in values of design quality, integrity, commitment and ethics, VA has held a steady reputation for the design of benchmark projects across typologies since 1969.
Naresh trained as an architect at the Manipal Institute of Technology, India (B Arch 1985) & further studied management at Harvard in 1995. He founded the MOD Institute, an action- oriented think tank addressing highly relevant urban design issues and is a trustee of Suchitra Cinema & Cultural Academy. His interests range from politics, governance & communication strategies to cinema, art, and popular culture.
Ms Anita Nair
Novelist
Ms Anita Nair
Anita Nair is an Indian novelist who writes her books in English. She was working as the creative director of an advertising agency in Bangalore when she wrote her first book, a collection of short stories called Satyr of the Subway. She has written several novels and short stories since then.
In 2012, Anita Nair shared her thoughts on Bangalore city in an interview with The New Indian Express. She said that she fell in love with the city in 1989 after moving from Chennai due to professional reasons. However, she also expressed disappointment with the city’s government systems and how they have failed the city.
Mr Ramesh Arvind
Actor
Mr Ramesh Arvind
Ramesh Aravind is an Indian actor, director and television presenter. He has been the brand ambassador for several initiatives in Bangalore city such as Cybersafe Karnataka by StateGovt, CHILDREN’S MOVEMENT FOR CIVIC AWARENESS which aims at keeping the cities of Bangalore, Hubli and Mysore clean and green, DIGNITY FOUNDATION which aims at graceful life for Senior Citizens and NAMMA BENGALURU AWARDS given to unsung heroes of the city.
In 2020, Ramesh Arvind was appointed as the brand ambassador for Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) to disseminate accurate information.
Mr Anant Nag
Actor
Anant Nag
Anant Nag is an Indian actor whose predominant contribution has been in Kannada cinema. He has acted in over 300 films which include over 200 Kannada films as well as Hindi, Telugu, Marathi, Malayalam and English films. He has featured in theatre plays, parallel cinema and television shows.
In 2022, the life and work of Anant Nag was included in the ‘Retrospective’ section of the Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFes) to be held at various venues across the city.
Ms Arundhati Nag
Actress
Arundhati Nag
Arundhati Nag is an Indian actress who has been involved with multilingual Theatre in India for over 25 years. She has been involved in Gujarati, Marathi, and Hindi theatre, and then in Kannada, Tamil, Malayalam and English, in Bangalore.
She built a theatre space dedicated to quality theatre in Bangalore called Ranga Shankara. She is the founder and Managing Trustee of the Sanket Trust that runs Ranga Shankara
Mr Sudeep Sanjeev
Actor
Sudeep Sanjeev
Sudeep Sanjeev (born 2 September 1973), also known as Sudeepa or Kichcha Sudeep, is an Indian actor, director, producer, screenwriter, television presenter and singer, who primarily works in Kannada films. He has also worked in Hindi, Telugu and Tamil films. He is one of the highest paid actors of Kannada Cinema and is one of the first Kannada actors to be listed in the Forbes list of top 100 celebrities of India since 2013. He has received several awards including four Filmfare Awards South.
He won the Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Kannada for three consecutive years for his films Huchcha, Nandhi and Swathi Muthu. Since 2013, he has been hosting the television reality show Bigg Boss Kannada. His performance in the 2001 film, Huchcha, earned him the nickname Kichcha Sudeepa by his fans.
Mr Rishab Shetty
Actor
Rishab Shetty
Prashant Shetty, known professionally as Rishab Shetty, is an Indian actor and film maker who primarily works in Kannada cinema. Rishab Shetty is an Indian actor, director, producer and screenwriter who works primarily in Kannada cinema. He is known for his work in the Kannada crime drama film ‘Ulidavaru Kandanthe’ (2014) where he played the role of Raghu. He is also known for directing the popular Kannada-language film ‘Kirik Party’ (2016) which was a commercial success. He has won several awards for his performances and direction.
He is known for his critical and commercial blockbuster, Kantara, for which he directed and acted as the main lead. He is the recipient of several accolades, including the National Film Award for Best Children’s Film at the 66th National Film Awards for Sarkari Hi. Pra. Shaale, Kasaragodu, Koduge: Ramanna Rai
Mr D J IVAN
Music Artist
Mr D J IVAN
DJ Ivan is one of Bangalore’s foremost prime DJs who is known for his versatility in various music genres. He is widely regarded as the most OG and number one DJ in Bangalore1. He has performed at several events and parties in Bangalore.
Mr Danish Sait
Comedian
Danish Sait
Danish Sait is an Indian stand-up comedian, television host, radio jockey, actor, and writer who works in Kannada cinema. He has worked with the Bengaluru based team Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Indian Premier League as an anchor and mascot for the team. He also plays as Mr. Nags on the RCB Insider Show. Danish Sait has been a part of the Bengaluru-based comedy group, The Improv and started doing stand-up comedy. In 2014, he made his television debut by hosting the Wow Awards on Zoom TV. Subsequently, he hosted many sports events, including “Pro Kabaddi League,” “Cricket World Cup,” and “The RCB Insider Series.
Mr Prasad Bidappa
Fashion Guru
Prasad Bidappa
Prasad Bidappa is a Bangalore based fashion stylist and choreographer for various fashion events and shows. He is known to be a fashion consultant, choreographer, image consultant and stylist. He is reputed to have a gift for spotting talent and he has picked and groomed top models who have gone on to make it big in the fashion industry. Prasad Bidappa Associates organized and staged the Official Swimwear Fashion Week of Sri Lanka and Fashion week of Bangladesh for three years. Rajasthan Heritage Week has set a benchmark in the revival of Khadi and the traditional textiles of India for which he has become one of the most influential spokespersons.
Mr Waseem Khan
Fashion Photographer
Waseem Khan
Waseem Khan is a photographer based in Bangalore. He has been doing complete production and still photography and video imaging since 1987. He has also written a column for the Bangalore Times.
Mr Naveen Kumar Gowda (Yash)
Actor
Naveen Kumar Gowda (Yash)
Naveen Kumar Gowda is an Indian actor who works in Kannada films. He is famously known as ‘Rocking Star’ Yash among his massive fan-base in Karnataka1. He was born in Buvanahalli village in Hassan district, Karnataka
Ms Vani Ganapathy
Indian Classical Dancer
Vani Ganapathy
Vani Ganapathy is an Indian classical dancer who runs Sanchari, a dance institute in Bangalore for the last 20 years. She has received the Excellence Award from then Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, MG Ramachandran.
Ms Madhu Nataraj
Indian Classical Dancer
Madhu Nataraj
Madhu Nataraj is an Indian classical dancer and choreographer. She was born on 24 February 1971 in Bangalore to M.S.Natarajan and Maya Rao, an Indian classical dancer. She learnt dance at Natya Institute of Kathak and Choreography in Bangalore and also enrolled for a course in journalism at the Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan.
She is the founder of Karnataka’s first contemporary Indian Dance Company- the globally acclaimed Natya STEM Dance Kampni. She has over 150 choreographies to her credit, has performed, given talks, designed events, and led cultural delegations in more than 36 countries
Mr Paul Fernandes
Cartoonist
Paul Fernandes
Cartoonist Paul Fernandes is on a mission to revive old Bengaluru by presenting his works at a star hotel, which is a walk down memory lane.
Paul Fernandes is an Indian cartoonist who has drawn a series of watercolour cartoons depicting life in the southern city of Bangalore in the 1960s and 70s. The series includes Bangalore’s landmarks as well as the artist’s ancestral home. He is on a mission to revive old Bengaluru by presenting his works at a star hotel, which is a walk down memory lane
Mr Gurudas Shenoy
Indian Artist/Painter
Gurudas Shenoy
Born in 1965 in the small coastal town of Udupi in Karnataka, Gurudas Shenoy is an acclaimed artist with a career spanning over three decades. Gurudas Shenoy is an artist who has made significant contributions to the national and international art scene and the cultural ethos of Bangalore. He has over three decades of art practice behind him that includes drawings, paintings, murals, and installations.
He is a leading muralist in the country and has over a 100 murals to his credit. His murals can be seen in landmark buildings such as the offices of Bharat Electronics, Intel, Himalaya Drug Company and Indian Oil Corporation. Gurudas Shenoy lives and works in Bangalore.
Mr Ricky Kej
Indian Music Composer
Ricky Kej
Ricky Kej was born on 5 August 1981. Half Punjabi and Marwari by birth, Kej moved to Bangalore, India when he was eight years old and has lived there since. Ricky Kej is a Bengaluru-based musician who has won three Grammy Awards. He started his music career in the early 2000s as a keyboardist for the band Angel Dust in Bengaluru. In 2003, he became a full-time musician and began his solo career as a composer. He has composed jingles for several ads as well as music for Kannada films, apart from releasing 17 studio albums over his 20-year-long career.
Mr Lucky Ali
Singer/Actor
Lucky Ali
Lucky Ali is a singer-songwriter who has contributed to the Indian music industry for over two decades. He is known for his soulful voice and has given us some of the most memorable songs in Bollywood.
Mr Behram Siganporia
Singer
Prof. Rangarajan, Director
Prof. Rangarajan is Govindan Rangarajan, an Indian mathematician, academician, and a professor. He is currently serving as the Director of the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) at Bangalore, India and as a professor in the Department of Mathematics at the same institute. He has also served as the chairperson of the Department of Mathematics and the international relations cell
Indian Institute of Science
Prof. Rangarajan
C V Govardhan - Vijaylakshmi Silks
Vijayalakshmi Silks is a silk and saree store that has been serving Bangalore since 1920. Vijayalakshmi Silks has contributed to Bangalore by offering quality and authentic silk sarees in various styles and designs, such as Kancheepuram, Benares, Uppada, Gadhwal, Patola, Jamavar, Jamdhani and Kathan. Vijayalakshmi Silks also has an exclusive bridal collection and a range of other fabrics like chiffon, crepe, georgette, tussar, net, satin and more. Vijayalakshmi Silks has expanded its presence to several locations in Bangalore and Mysore and has an online store as well.
Indian Space Research Organisation
Mr S Somanath
S. Somanath
Sreedhara Panicker Somanath S. Somanath is an Indian aerospace engineer serving as the chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). He is a mechanical engineer from the TKM College of Engineering in Kerala’s Kollam. He rose to prominence for his contributions to the development of the GSLV Mk-III launcher and of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV)
R V College of Engineering
Mr M P Shyam
M.P. Shyam
Well-known entrepreneur MP Shyam (61) has been named the new president of Rashtreeya Sikshana Samithi Trust, one of the oldest educational trusts that manages RV Group of educational institutions as well as the RV University in Bengaluru.
A meeting of the board of trustees has unanimously selected him to helm the institutions. Shyam succeeds his father, veteran educationist MK Panduranga Setty as head of the trust.
M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology
Mr Raksha Ramaiah
Raksha Ramaiah
Mr. Raksha Ramaiah, son of former Congress minister M.R. Seetharam, till recently served as the president of the Karnataka Youth Congress. Mr. Ramaiah’s family runs a group of educational institutions in Bengaluru.
Former Karnataka Youth Congress president Raksha Ramaiah has been appointed as National General Secretary of the Indian Youth Congress (IYC).
BMS College of Engineering
Mr P Dayananda Pai
P Dayananda Pai
P. Dayananda Pai is an Indian billionaire real estate developer, philanthropist and educationist in Bangalore, India. He is a managing trustee and board trustee of B.M.S college and Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan1. Pai is also associated with several cultural, sports, literary and religious organizations
Indian Institute of Management
Mr Rishikesha T Krishnan
Rishikesha T Krishnan
Rishikesha T Krishnan is a professor of management who focuses on strategy, innovation, and education. He is listed in the Thinkers50 India list of most influential management thinkers from India1. Krishnan is currently the Director and Professor of Strategy at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB).
Bishop Cotton School
Rev. P K Samuel
Rev. P K Samuel
Rev. P K Samuel is the Bishop of Karnataka Central Diocese (KCD), Church of South India making him the spiritual leader of the institute. He has more than 40 years as an ordained minister that involves a stint of four years in Abu Dhabi.
St Joseph’s Institutions
Fr Dr Victor Lobo S J
Fr Dr Victor Lobo S J
Fr. Dr. Victor Lobo SJ is the Principal of St Joseph’s College (Autonomous) in Bangalore1. He has undergone 17 years of Jesuit training and obtained his B.Ph., B.Th., M.A. (English), and then completed Ph.D. in Sufi Literature1. He has been awarded the ‘Best Principal Award’ by All India Association of Christian Higher Education (AIACHE).
Christ University
Hon Col Rev Fr V Abraham, Vice Chancellor
Hon Col Rev Fr V Abraham
Hon Col Rev Fr V Abraham is Fr Abraham V. M. C.M.I., an Indian academician and C.M.I. priest who served as the vice-chancellor of Christ University from 2019 to 20231. He has proven credentials in both academic and administrative ends of education and has obtained his PhD in Mathematics from Bangalore University, in the area of graph theory.
National Public School
Mr K P Gopalkrishna
K P Gopalkrishna
K. P. Gopalkrishna is the Founder & Chairman of the National Public Schools group in India. He is also the founder of The International School Bangalore (TISB), which has been recognised as one of the top five international schools in the world. He has over five decades of experience in education and is known for his forethought, high standards and focus on academic excellence.
National Law School
Mr Shailesh Agarwal
Shailesh Agarwal
Shailesh Agarwal is the Chief Operating Officer of the National Law School of India University (NLSIU) in Bangalore1. He joined NLSIU in November 2022 and is responsible for leading and executing all operational functions to meet the University’s strategic goals1. He has over 30 years of experience in the IT industry and has worked with Larsen & Toubro and IBM in various leadership roles
National Institute of Fashion Technology
Ms Susan Thomas
Susan Thomas
A woman of grit, perseverance and absolute inspiration—meet Susan Thomas. Susan is a former Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer and the director of the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Bengaluru.
Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath
Mr B L Shankar
B L Shankar
B L Shankar is a politician from Karnataka, India. He was a former minister and a former MP from Chikkamagaluru. He is also the president of the Karnataka Chitrakala Parishat (CKP), an art institute and gallery. He has contested in three assembly elections, but lost twice. He has also co-authored a book on the Indian Parliament.
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited
Mr KrishnaMurthy Srinivasan
KrishnaMurthy Srinivasan (Director)
A Post Graduate (IIT-M) Mechanical Engineering Proffessional with over 37 years of experience in a leading Giant Corporation (BHEL) engaged in the area of Power Plant Engineering , Manufacturing,Erection and Commisioning of large Utility Power Staions and also involved in the business of Nuclear Power Plant equipment, Industry,Transportation and Infrastructure Projects, Specialising in the Design & Analysis and Contracts & Project Management of Power Plant Utilities and Industrial / Process equipment and systems.
Bharat Electronics Limited
Mr Vinay Kumar Katiyal
Vinay Kumar Katiyal
Vinay Kumar Katyal is a director on the board of Bharat Electronics Limited, a state-owned aerospace and defense company in India. He has an undergraduate degree from Banaras Hindu University and Indian Institute of Technology, Varanasi. He has been involved in the development of network centric projects such as Command Information & Decision Support System (CIDSS), Battlefield Management System (BMS) and Future Infantry Soldier As a System (F-INSAS)
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
Mr C B Ananthakrishnan
C B Ananthakrishnan
C.B. Ananthakrishnan is the director of finance and CFO of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), a state-owned aerospace and defense company in India. He has a commerce degree and a postgraduate degree in business administration from Madras University and is a fellow member of Institute of Cost Accountants of India. He has also received management and leadership training from Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad and Institute Aeronautique et. Spatiale (IAS) Toulouse, France. He joined HAL in 2004 and has over 35 years of work experience in both public and private sectors. He has been instrumental in securing some of the largest contracts for HAL, such as 83 LCA MK IA and 15 LCH He has also been entrusted with additional charge of chairman and managing director (CMD) and director of engineering and R&D of HAL for three months and two months respectively from August 1, 2022.
National Aerospace Laboratories
Mr Abhay A Pashilkar
Abhay A Pashilkar
According to the web results, Dr Abhay A. Pashilkar is a chief scientist at CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL), a premier research institution in India. He has a B.Tech (Hons) degree from IIT Kharagpur and an M.E. degree from Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, both in aerospace engineering.
He also has a PhD degree. He joined NAL in 1993 and has worked on national projects like the LCA and SARAS. He has guided 5 PhD students and has over 30 papers in national and international journals
Indian Telephone Industries Limited
Mr Rakesh Chandra Tiwari
Rakesh Chandra Tiwari
Rakesh Chandra Tiwari has contributed to Bangalore by being the director of marketing of ITI Limited, a state-owned electronic manufacturing firm based in Bangalore. He has been instrumental in handling prestigious projects like Network for Spectrum (NFS) and BharatNet. He has also arranged many seminars and skill development courses at Ahmedabad and Jalgaon. He has been awarded as ‘Sanchar Sarthi’ for his exceptional services at DoT and BSNL.
Mr Rajeev Chandrasekhar
Union Minister
Rajeev Chandrasekhar
Rajeev Chandrasekhar is an Indian politician and entrepreneur who is currently the minister of state for electronics and information technology and skill development and entrepreneurship of India. He is also a member of parliament in the Rajya Sabha from BJP representing Karnataka. He is the founder and advisor to the board of Jupiter Capital Pvt. Ltd., a venture development and investment firm. He has been involved in various issues such as urban governance, economic reforms, national security, digital India, net neutrality, consumer rights, etc. He has also been a vocal advocate for the welfare of armed forces personnel and veterans.
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
Founder, The Art of Living Ashram
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is a humanitarian, spiritual leader and an ambassador of peace and human values. He is the founder of the Art of Living Foundation, a non-profit organization that offers various programs for personal and social transformation based on yoga, meditation and breathing techniques. He has also co-founded the International Association for Human Values, a sister organization of the Art of Living that coordinates sustainable development projects, nurtures human values and initiates conflict resolution.
He has contributed to Bangalore by establishing his ashram and headquarters of the Art of Living Foundation in Kanakapura Road, Bangalore4. He has also initiated various social service initiatives in Bangalore such as free schools for underprivileged children, organic farming projects, rural development programs, environmental awareness campaigns, etc. He has also been involved in promoting interfaith harmony, dialogue and peace in Bangalore and other parts of Karnataka.
Swami Sukhabodhananda
Spiritual Leader
Swami Sukhabodhananda
Swami Sukhabodhananda is a spiritual leader, motivational speaker and Vedantic scholar who is the founder and chairman of Prasanna Trust, a charitable organization that offers various programs for personal and social transformation based on yoga, meditation and Vedanta. He is also the founder of Sukhoham, a platform that provides online courses on spirituality, management and wellness. He has authored more than 119 books in different languages, including the bestseller “Manase Relax Please” in Tamil.
He has contributed to Bangalore by establishing his ashram and headquarters of Prasanna Trust in Nirguna Mandir Layout, Bangalore12. He has also initiated various social service initiatives in Bangalore such as Prasanna Jyothi, a home for destitute children, Prasanna Counselling Centre, a free counselling service for the needy, Prasanna Health Centre, a free medical service for the poor, etc. He has also been involved in promoting interfaith harmony, dialogue and peace in Bangalore and other parts of India.
Mr Devi Prasad Shetty
Cardiac Surgeon
Devi Prasad Shetty
Devi Prasad Shetty is an Indian entrepreneur and cardiac surgeon who is the founder and chairman of Narayana Health, a chain of 21 medical centers in India. He has performed more than 100,000 heart operations and has been awarded the Padma Shri and the Padma Bhushan by the Government of India for his contribution to the field of affordable healthcare.
He has contributed to Bangalore by establishing his first hospital, Narayana Hrudayalaya, in Bommasandra on the outskirts of Bangalore in 2001. He has also expanded his healthcare network in Bangalore by setting up various specialty hospitals such as Mazumdar Shaw Medical Center, Narayana Institute of Cardiac Sciences, Narayana Nethralaya, etc. He has also initiated various social service initiatives in Bangalore such as Yeshasvini scheme, a micro-insurance program for rural farmers, Arogya Raksha Yojana, a health insurance scheme for urban poor, etc. He has also been involved in promoting medical education, research and innovation in Bangalore and other parts of India.
NIMHANS
Dr Pratima Murthy
Pratima Murthy
Pratima Murthy is a senior psychiatrist and professor who is the current director of the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), a premier institute for mental health and neurosciences in India. She has over 30 years of experience and expertise in the field of addiction psychiatry, tobacco cessation, mental health policy and human rights. She has been awarded the WHO Regional Director’s Special Recognition Award on ‘World No Tobacco Day 2021’ for her remarkable service in tobacco control.
She has contributed to Bangalore by being a faculty member and head of the Department of Psychiatry at NIMHANS since 1993. She has also been involved in various research projects, training programs and clinical services for substance use disorders, mental health problems and psychosocial issues in Bangalore and other parts of Karnataka. She has also been instrumental in developing state-of-the-art Centre for Addiction Medicine at NIMHANS and initiating various community-based interventions for mental health promotion and prevention.
Manipal Group
Mr Ranjan Pai
Ranjan Pai
Ranjan Pai is an Indian medical doctor, entrepreneur and billionaire who is the chairman and founder of Manipal Education and Medical Group (MEMG), an education and healthcare empire with seven universities and 29 hospitals across the globe. He has also acquired a 51% stake in Cigna TTK Health Insurance and renamed it as Manipal Cigna Health Insurance1. He has also invested in various startups and ventures in the fields of education, healthcare, technology, etc.
He has contributed to Bangalore by establishing his headquarters of MEMG in the city and expanding his healthcare network in Bangalore by setting up various specialty hospitals such as Manipal Hospital, Columbia Asia Hospitals, Vikram Hospital, etc. He has also been involved in promoting medical education, research and innovation in Bangalore and other parts of India. He has also been recognized as one of India’s star entrepreneurs and new healthcare czar by various media outlets.
The Bangalore Cantonment
Army Bangalore
The Bangalore Cantonment
The Bangalore Cantonment was a military cantonment of the British Raj based in the Indian city of Bangalore. The cantonment covered an area of 13 square miles (34 km2), extending from the Residency on the west to Binnamangala on the east and from the Tanneries on Tannery Road in the north to AGRAM (Army Group Royal Artillery Maidan) in the south1. The cantonment was established in 1806 after the British captured Bangalore from Tipu Sultan in 1799. The cantonment was directly under the administration of the British Raj, while Bangalore City itself was under the jurisdiction of the Durbar of the Kingdom of Mysore.
The Bangalore Cantonment was home to various units and establishments of the British Army, such as three artillery batteries, and regiments of the cavalry, infantry, sappers, miners, mounted infantry, supply and transport corps and the Bangalore Rifle Volunteers1. The cantonment also had various civic amenities and institutions such as churches, schools, hospitals, clubs, markets, etc. The cantonment was merged with Bangalore City in 1949 after India’s independence
Ms Priya Chetty Rajgopal
Citizen Activist
Priya Chetty Rajgopal
Priya Chetty-Rajagopal is a CXO Search Consultant & Changemaker based in Bengaluru1. She is also a volunteer and founder of several initiatives related to civil rights, animal welfare, arts and culture123. She has been involved in almost every key civic action in Bengaluru in recent years, such as the Steel Flyover Beda Movement, the #NoMoreBagheeras campaign and the Heritage Beku project2. She is passionate about her city, its history and its people. She is also a TedX speaker and a board member of Akshara Foundation Education Trust
Ms Shukla Bose
Founder of Parikrma Humanity Foundation
Shukla Bose
Shukla Bose is the founder and CEO of the Parikrma Humanity Foundation, a nonprofit organization that runs English-medium schools for under-privileged children in Bangalore. She is also a TED speaker and a member of the Karnataka Knowledge Commission and the national CII Education Committee.
She has been contributing towards shaping and influencing education policies at the state and national level. She has also volunteered with Mother Teresa at Missionaries of Charity for 7 years. She has received several awards and recognitions for her work, such as the Qimpro Platinum Standard Award in Education, the Woman Achievers Award from FICCI-FLO, and the Times Power Women award.
Mr Anand Malligavad
Lake Conversationalist
Anand Malligavad
Anand Malligavad is a mechanical engineer and lake conservationist who has rejuvenated 23 lakes in Bengaluru so far. He left his well-paying tech job in 2017 to dedicate himself to reviving the water bodies that were dying due to pollution, encroachment and neglect. He has developed a lake revival model that can be quickly and cheaply replicated across different terrains. He involves local communities and corporates in his work and also plants native trees and plants around the lakes to enhance biodiversity2. He is the founder of Lake Revivers Collective, a charity that plans to work on 40 more lakes by 2025.
Lalbagh Botanical Garden
Mr H Nagaraju
H Nagaraju (Lalbagh Mall)
Lalbagh Botanical Garden is an old botanical garden in Bengaluru that was established in 1760 by Hyder Ali and later developed by Tipu Sultan. It is spread over 240 acres and has more than 2150 species of plants belonging to 673 genera and 140 families. It is a popular tourist attraction and a place for nature lovers, researchers and students. It also hosts biannual flower shows in the Glass House, a magnificent structure modelled on the Crystal Palace of England. Some of the other attractions in Lalbagh are the Lalbagh Lake, the Rose Garden, the Floral Clock, the Japanese Garden, the Bonsai Garden and the Kempegowda Tower. Lalbagh Botanical Garden contributes to Bengaluru’s environment, culture and heritage by preserving its rich flora and fauna and providing a green space for recreation and education.
Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike
Ms Rama Devi
Rama Devi
BBMP stands for Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike, which is the administrative body responsible for civic and infrastructural assets of the Greater Bengaluru metropolitan area. It is also known as the Bengaluru City Corporation and is the fourth largest municipal corporation in India. BBMP has 198 wards, each represented by a corporator elected by the residents of the ward. The BBMP is headed by a Chief Commissioner and an Administrator, both appointed by the state government. Some of the functions of BBMP are property tax collection, solid waste management, health services, urban planning, road maintenance, etc.