Anand Ajay Piramal, Executive Director of the Piramal Group, is a prominent figure in Indian business. He’s known for his significant contributions to real estate and philanthropy, and his high-profile marriage.

Biography/Wiki

Born on October 25, 1985, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, Anand Piramal is a successful business tycoon. Raised in Bagar, Rajasthan, he received his education at Cathedral and John Connon School in Mumbai, followed by an Economics degree from the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA from Harvard Business School.

Physical Appearance

Anand maintains a healthy lifestyle. He stands at 6 feet tall and weighs approximately 85 kg.

Family

Parents & Siblings

Anand’s father, Ajay Piramal, chairs the Piramal and Shriram Groups. His mother, Swati Piramal, is a successful businesswoman and doctor. His uncle, Dilip Piramal, chairs VIP Industries, and he has an older sister, Nandini Piramal.

Wife & Children

Anand married Isha Ambani, daughter of Mukesh Ambani, in December 2018. In November 2022, they welcomed twins, a boy named Krishna and a girl named Aadiya.

Career

Anand’s career journey is marked by entrepreneurial spirit and strategic investments. He founded the NGO “Dia” in 2004 to aid underprivileged communities in Rajasthan.

His transition into the family business, the Piramal Group, saw significant growth. Strategic investments in Goldman Sachs and Warburg Pincus helped raise $434 million in 2015, a landmark investment in Indian real estate.

He also established Piramal eSwasthya in 2012 to promote healthcare initiatives.

His achievements have been recognized with prestigious awards, including the “Young Business Leader of the Year” (2018) and “Hurun Real Estate Unicorn of the Year” (2017).

Facts

• Enjoys traveling extensively.
• Passionate about football and cricket.
• A Bollywood fan, particularly of Hrithik Roshan, Varun Dhawan, Priyanka Chopra, and Deepika Padukone.
• Prefers the music of Coldplay, Ariana Grande, and Pitbull.
• Serves as President of the Indian Merchant Chamber of Youth Wing.
• Favors Paneer Makhani and enjoys chamomile tea and lemonade.

Educational Background & Key Milestones