Founder and Chairman of Sanjay Ghodawat Group (SGG)

Sanjay Ghodawat, a visionary Indian entrepreneur and philanthropist, stands as the driving force behind one of India’s most rapidly expanding conglomerates, the Sanjay Ghodawat Group (SGG). With a background in Mechanical Engineering, he is also a licensed and certified pilot for helicopters, fixed-wing aircraft, and gliders.

Establishing SGG in 1992, Sanjay Ghodawat orchestrated a swift and transformative journey, steering the group into diverse, high-value industries. These encompass Aviation, Consumer Products, Education, Energy, Mining, Realty, Retail, and Textiles.

Today, SGG stands as a bastion of more than 10,000 dedicated employees, and its pursuit is nothing short of visionary: to ascend to the position of ‘The Biggest, The Best & The Most Valuable’ Conglomerate.

Sanjay Ghodawat’s indomitable spirit and multifaceted expertise continue to propel SGG’s remarkable ascent, firmly establishing his legacy as a pioneering entrepreneur in the landscape of Indian business.

Sanjay Ghodawat, a luminary in the realm of
entrepreneurship, is the remarkable founder and chairman of the Sanjay Ghodawat Group (SGG), an illustrious conglomerate renowned for its rapid growth and diverse interests. His accomplishments extend far beyond the business realm, underscoring his commitment to creating a positive impact on society.

A Trailblazing Journey: Sanjay Ghodawat’s journey has been punctuated by remarkable milestones. In August 2023, he received the prestigious HDFC Lifetime Achievement Award, a testament to his exceptional contributions to the business landscape. Adding to this accolade, he was honored with the Philanthropist Award by the Governor of Maharashtra in the same year, highlighting his unwavering dedication to the betterment of society.

A Beacon of Education and Innovation: Not limited to the industrial sector, Sanjay Ghodawat’s visionary pursuits led him to establish “Sanjay Ghodawat University (SGU)” in 2009. This institution, which caters to over 16,000 students today, swiftly earned its place among Asia’s fastest-emerging private educational institutes. Its recognition by WCRC and KPMG, India, further underscored its excellence.

A Multifaceted Leader: Sanjay Ghodawat’s leadership extends beyond his conglomerate. He assumed the role of Chairman of the Jain International Trade Organization Engineering and Management Program. His contributions have earned him several prestigious awards, including The Times Most Powerful Leaders 2022 by TOI, The Ideal Business Award of Maharashtra, Maharashtra State Vanashree Puraskar, Bhartiya Udyog Ratna Award, and more. These accolades mirror his prowess as a dynamic and influential leader.

A Philanthropic Soul: Sanjay Ghodawat’s philanthropic endeavors are a cornerstone of his identity. He was honored with the ‘Globoil Philanthropist of the Year 2021′ Award, recognizing his unwavering commitment to making a positive difference. He has supported soldier martyrs’ families, aided drought-affected farmers, extended assistance during pandemics and natural disasters, and established a school for the blind in Miraj. The Sanjay Ghodawat Foundation, under his guidance, manages ‘Shri Acharya Tulsi Blood Bank’ and Mauli Care Center (Old Age Home).

An Advocate for Sports and Welfare: Sanjay Ghodawat’s advocacy for sports is commendable. He wholeheartedly supports aspiring international-level athletes and contributes to NGOs grooming sports personnel for the Olympics. His efforts contribute significantly to the growth of sports in the nation.
Sanjay Ghodawat’s life is a testament to his commitment to enhancing lives globally. His legacy is etched not only in the business sector but also in the countless lives he has touched through his philanthropic initiatives, demonstrating that his vision transcends boundaries and uplifts humanity.

HDFC Lifetime Award (August 2023): Recognized with the prestigious HDFC Lifetime Award for his exceptional contributions to entrepreneurship and business leadership, solidifying his standing as an influential visionary.

Philanthropist Award (2023): Honored by the Honorable Governor of Maharashtra with the Philanthropist Award for his unwavering dedication to social welfare and transformative philanthropic efforts, underscoring his commitment to uplifting communities.

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• Mr. Sanjay Ghodawat received an award as Education Stalwart of INDIA SCHOOL MERIT AWARDS 2021-22 by the magazine Education Today.
• Mr. Sanjay Ghodawat has been featured in TIMES MOST POWERFUL LEADERS 2022 powered by TIMES ascent Magazine.
• Mr. Sanjay Ghodawat, the Founder and Chairman of Sanjay Ghodawat Group, has been featured in ” Global Business Tycoon” issue of Fortune India Exchange magazine.
• Mr. Sanjay Ghodawat awarded as GlobOil Philanthropist of the Year 2021 for Sanjay Ghodawat Foundation’s excellent work during COVID (free treatment of 27,500 people & 5 lakh food pack distribution), Kolhapur Floods and Mauli Old Age Home.
• “Ideal Businessman Award” by the Poona Merchants Chamber and Daily Sakal, Pune in 2018
• Honored with “Samaj Bhushan Award” by the all India Jain Minority Federation on 15th January 2018
• Honored with “Extraordinary Leadership Award 2017” by the Grand Jury Awards of Education World on 22nd September 2017 at New Delhi
• Honored with “Corporate Excellence Award” through Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship Development (Bharati Vidyapeeth) Pune on 26th August 2017
• Honored with “India’s Most Admired Business Leader” award at Indian Brand and Leadership Conclave organised by Whitepage International on 17th February 2017 at Oberoi Trident, Mumbai
• Honored with “Lions Club Gaurav Puraskar 2017” for Notable work in the field of Education by Lions Club, Ichalkaranji on 16th February 2017
• Honored with “Globe Oil Business Excellence Award of the year 2016 ” award at Grand Hyatt Hotel, Goa on 22nd September 2016
• Featured in Times of India Film Awards (TOIFA) at Dubai in March 2016 to give away the Best Supporting Actor Award to Mr. Anil Kapoor (Hindi Film Actor)
• Honored with The Prestigious Economic Times “Inspiring Business Leaders of India” award by Mr. Niranjan Hiranandani (MD, Hiranandani Group) on 31st March 2016 in Mumbai
• Honored with “Globe Oil Young Entrepreneur Award 2013” by Globe Oil India at Renaissance, Mumbai
• Honored with “50 Outstanding Educational Entrepreneurs of India” by World Education Congress on 28th June, 2013 at Taj Lands End, Mumbai
• December 2011: Maharashtra State ‘Vanashree Puraskar’ by the Honourable Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Mr. Prithviraj Chavan at Pune
• November 2008: ‘YUVA GOURAV AWARD’ by All India Terapanth Yuvak Parishad by Acharya Shri Mahapradnyaji
• September 2008: Honoured for his excellence in Mechanical Engineering field, by Dr. Shivram Bhoje, former Director of Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research, Kalpakkam
• July 2008: ‘JIVAN GOURAV’ Award by Mr. M N Chayani, President-Corporate Affairs, Reliance Industries Ltd. & Chairman, Indian Merchants Chamber
• December 2007: ‘NATIONAL INDUSTRIAL EXCELLENCY AWARD 2007’ for his contribution in non conventional energy sector through Wind Power Plants and manufacturing of Steel Tubular Towers for Wind Operated Turbine by All India Achievers Foundation, Delhi
• February 2007: ‘SURYADATTA NATIONAL AWARD’ for his contribution to the Indian Industry with special reference to the Wind Mills Project by Suryadatta Education Foundation’s, Suryadatta Group of Institutes at Pune
• February 2007: ‘JAYSINGPUR BHUSHAN 2007’ by Motilal Chordiya Charitable Trust and Rotary Club of Jaysingpur
• April 2005: ‘BHARATIYA UDYOG RATAN AWARD’ by the Indian Economic Development & Research Association (IEDRA)
• July 2003: ‘UDYOG RATNA’ Award (State Level) by the Hon. Minister for State, Ship Building (Govt. of India) Shri. Dilip Gandhi