Learn about the life and accomplishments of Suresh Nanda, a prominent Indian entrepreneur and philanthropist. From his naval career to his impressive business ventures, this article covers it all.

Wiki/Biography

Suresh Nanda was born on Sunday, June 1, 1941 (age 82 as of 2023), in Karachi, British India (now Pakistan). His zodiac sign is Gemini. He received his early education at Sr. Columbus School in Delhi before pursuing a career in the military at the National Defence Academy. Following in his father, Admiral Sardarilal Mathradas Nanda’s, footsteps, he joined the Indian armed forces.

Physical Appearance

Here’s a summary of his physical attributes:

• Height: 5′ 10″
• Eye Color: Black
• Hair Color: Grey
• Weight: 72 Kgs

Family, Caste & Wife

Mr. Nanda hails from a Hindu family. He is married to Renu Nanda and they have two children: a daughter, Sonali Nanda, and a son, Sanjeev Nanda.

Sanjeev is married to Medha Nanda and has two daughters. Sonali is married to Peter Punj and has two sons.

Career

A former Lieutenant Commander in the Indian Navy, Suresh Nanda transitioned to the business world, building a diverse empire encompassing hotels, software solutions, and other ventures. His most notable achievement is chairing the Claridges group of hotels, a luxury chain with prime locations.

He spearheaded the development of the Claridges Surajkund Hotel, managed by the Taj group, and holds the distinction of being the first Indian hotelier to establish a hotel internationally (in Dubai) with the Taj Group. His entrepreneurial spirit extended to introducing the US company “Commerce One” to India, securing an international tender and earning United Nations recognition for Best Digital Development in the Developing World.

Facts

Beyond his business successes, Mr. Nanda is known for his philanthropic endeavors and passion for community development. He has actively worked in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), significantly impacting the lives of the women of Banjni village, Himachal Pradesh, by empowering them to form their own entrepreneurial group. His family is currently based in Dubai, where he continues to explore new business opportunities.

His personal interests include golfing and listening to music.