Anand Mahindra
Chairman, Mahindra Group- Stake in Mahindra & Mahindra
- Stake in Kotak Mahindra Bank
Anand Mahindra’s Journey so far...
- Anand Gopal Mahindra completed his MBA from Harvard Business School in 1981, and joined the erstwhile Mahindra Ugine Steel Co (MUSCO) as an Executive Assistant to the Finance Director
- He was appointed as the MD of Mahindra & Mahindra Limited (M&M) in 1997, in 2012, he took up the role of Chairman of the Mahindra Group replacing his uncle Keshub Mahindra, who retired after 48 years in service.
- Under his leadership, the Mahindra Group has grown to a $20.7-billion conglomerate and has a presence in various sectors including aerospace, powerboats, automotive, agriculture, hospitality, finance, software and real estate
- Mahindra played an active role in the acquisition of some marque brands across the globe namely Ssangyong Motors, Peugeot Motorcycles, Gippsland Aeronautics, Aerostaff Australia, BSA, Jawa and Pininfarina S.p.A.
- In one of his biggest domestic acquisitions, he helped Tech Mahindra acquire Satyam Computers in 2009 after it was hit by an accounting scandal featuring founder B Ramalinga Raju. Tech Mahindra outbid Larsen & Toubro and WL Ross to acquire Satyam for about Rs 2900 crore.
- With over seven decades in operation, the Mahindra Group now consists of over 150 companies, is present in more than a hundred countries, and employs over 2,50,000 people.
- One of Mahindra's biggest interests is education and he has taken various initiatives on this front. He is a trustee of the K.C. Mahindra Education Trust which provides scholarships, grants and loans to disadvantaged students. In 1996, he Mahindra founded Nanhi Kali, a branch of the trust that provides education to over 3 lakh underprivileged girls in India. He also serves on the board of the Mahindra United World College of India.
Before you go...
- Anand Mahindra was awarded the Padma Bhushan, India's third-highest civilian award, in 2020
- In 2016, he was conferred with one of France's highest awards, 'Knight in the National Order of the Legion of Honour'.
- Right from his early days, Mahindra had interests in visual arts and photography, and filmmaking was one of his majors in college.
- He loves listening to Blues and every year the Mahindra Group organises the Mahindra Blues Festival, which is the largest of its kind in Asia.
- With over 7.5 million followers, Anand Mahindra is one of India Inc's most influential leaders on the social media platform Twitter
Anand Mahindra News
Anand Mahindra lauded Animesh Kujur, a 22-year-old sprinter from Chhattisgarh, for his historic win at the National Inter-State Athletics Championships in Chennai. Kujur's gold in the 200m event made him the first Indian male sprinter to qualify for the World Athletics Championships. Read on to know more about it!
A new glass skywalk is set to open in Vizag near Kailasagiri Hill. Anand Mahindra shared a video of the skywalk. It is touted as one of the tallest in the world. The Vizag version is close to China's Zhangjiajie skywalk in height. The skywalk can hold 40 people at a time. The project includes zip-lines and sky-cycling tracks.
Anand Mahindra expressed admiration for Visakhapatnam's new glass skywalk bridge on Kailasagiri Hill, calling it a dream destination. Despite his enthusiasm, there's one fear that prevents him from personally experiencing the attraction. Read on to know more about it!
Anand Mahindra lauded Kittammal V, an 82-year-old woman from Pollachi, Tamil Nadu, for her inspiring powerlifting journey. She competed in the 'Strong Man of South India' contest, deadlifting 50 kg and securing fifth place against much younger competitors. Inspired by her grandsons, Kittammal's strength comes from years of physical labor and a nutritious diet of millet porridge, eggs, and vegetables.
Anand Mahindra recently talked about the Mangi-Tungi trek in Maharashtra, a beautiful and spiritual destination. Known for its ancient rock carvings and the 108-foot tall Jain “Statue of Ahimsa,” the trek offers adventure and history, making it a great weekend getaway. Read on to know how to reach there!
Anand Mahindra praised Dr. Ganesh Rakh for delivering over 1,000 baby girls free of charge, calling him an “angel of grace and generosity.” Inspired by his mother, Dr. Rakh’s decade-long mission challenges gender bias by celebrating the birth of girls. His quiet, consistent compassion has deeply moved netizens and sparked calls for broader recognition of such unsung heroes.
Anand Mahindra cherishes Dindi, a tranquil place near the Godavari river. This Andhra Pradesh retreat is known for its natural beauty. Dindi offers lush coconut plantations and peaceful resorts. Read on to know about one of his favourite holiday destinations.
Anand Mahindra shared images of the world’s highest Shri Krishna Temple in Yulla Kunda, Kinnaur, a lake-side shrine linked to Pandava legends. Posted after Janmashtami, the pictures highlighted Himachal’s spiritual and natural heritage. While many praised the temple’s beauty and cultural significance, some netizens questioned the timing amid recent cloudbursts and floods in the Himalayan state.
Nearly 17 years after its release, Om Shanti Om’s iconic fire sequence has resurfaced in the spotlight. Anand Mahindra revealed that the dramatic scene, featuring Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone, was filmed at Mumbai’s Mukesh Mills — a location previously destroyed by fire. Action director Sham Kaushal confirmed that real flames, not VFX, were used, making the shoot extremely tense for the cast and crew.
Anand Mahindra is captivated by 'Nilgiris: A Shared Wilderness,' a documentary that showcases the beauty and conservation needs of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. The film evokes Mahindra's childhood memories of Ooty and highlights the region's diverse ecosystem, including its grasslands, waterfalls, and unique flora and fauna. The documentary has garnered positive reactions, with viewers praising its celebration of the Nilgiris.
