Ghanshyam Sarda – India’s renowned businessman and the Chairman of Sarda Group of Industries In the vibrant tapestry of entrepreneurial spirit, one name stands out: Ghanshyam Sarda. His story is a testament to the resilience and vision ingrained in the Marwari community. Despite not being a standout student academically, young Ghanshyam harbored ambitious dreams of business triumph. His journey began within the folds of his family’s jute enterprise, laying the cornerstone of what would evolve into a colossal conglomerate. Through relentless dedication and unwavering resolve, Ghanshyam Sarda revitalized the faltering jute industry in Bengal, birthing the Sarda Group into a titan spanning multiple sectors, with a workforce exceeding 80,000 individuals nationwide. At the helm of this empire sits Ghanshyam Sarda, the embodiment of leadership and innovation. Yet, Ghanshyam Sarda’s ascent to eminence was no easy feat. The path he chose was fraught with obstacles – from labor disputes to governmental neglect and a contracting market. However, driven by a profound sense of familial heritage, boundless passion, and strategic acumen, he embraced the challenges head-on, assuming the mantle of responsibility for both the industry and its labor force. Recognizing the potential within adversity, Ghanshyam Sarda envisaged not merely the revival of a declining sector but its transformation into a sustainable beacon. Amidst a global shift towards eco-consciousness, he discerned the potential of jute as a champion of sustainability, promoting its virtues as a viable alternative to synthetic materials. Believing fervently in a greener future, Sarda embarked on a mission to cultivate responsible enterprises and eco-friendly products. To realize this vision, he initiated a dual-pronged approach: fostering trust with workers and leading by example. Central to this strategy was the cultivation of trust through shared sacrifice and collective endeavor. Ghanshyam Sarda rallied his workforce around a common purpose, earning their unwavering support even amidst salary reductions during the industry’s revival phase. His mantra was clear: actions speak louder than words. By working shoulder-to-shoulder with his team, Sarda fostered a culture of transparency and collaboration, ensuring the seamless operation of the enterprise. The success of the Sarda Group is a testament to Ghanshyam Sarda’s visionary leadership and commitment to expansion. While rooted in the jute industry, the group has diversified its portfolio to encompass real estate, IT/ITeS, and engineering. At its core lies a people-centric ethos, emphasizing employee welfare, skill development, and community engagement. In the ever-evolving landscape of business, innovation reigns supreme. Ghanshyam Sarda’s embrace of technological advancements has propelled the group forward, enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and elevating working conditions. Through upskilling initiatives, he empowers his workforce to navigate the dynamic currents of industry evolution. In the words of Henry Ford, “Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success.” Ghanshyam Sarda’s journey epitomizes this sentiment, epitomizing the transformative power of unity and shared vision. As he continues to chart new horizons, his legacy serves as a beacon of inspiration, illuminating the path towards collective prosperity and sustainable growth.
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A Message to the Young Generation
It is our collective and individual responsibility to preserve and tends to the world in which we all live. – Dalai Lama Mr. Ghanshyam Sarda is a renowned Indian businessman who recently highlighted the need for choosing sustainable alternatives on World Environment Day. He is one of the most inspiring and prominent figures for the Jute manufacturers and suppliers because of his efforts and long-lasting impacts. On World Environment Day, Mr. Sarda appealed to young individuals to use biodegradable materials to minimize the consumption of plastic in order to protect the environment. With his immeasurable knowledge, decades of experience, and significant successes across various sectors, Mr. Sarda highlights the necessity to shift towards eco-friendly materials for a better tomorrow. He believes that such measures will not only help to protect our environment but will also build a sustainable future for the upcoming generations. Right from the beginning, Mr. Sarda was enthusiastic about the idea of implementing sustainable and biodegradable solutions. Despite having several options, he consciously worked for the betterment of the jute industry and revived this sector singlehandedly with his sheer belief, organized plans, and master strokes. Also, Read About the Remarkable Journey of Ghanshyam Sarda Mr. Ghanshyam Sarda realized the versatility and eco-friendliness of Jute. With his strong will and resilience, Mr. Sarda embarked on a mission to revive the crumbling jute mills and replenish the industry successfully. His continuous efforts backed by proactive measures helped these jute mills to rise from the rubble. On the other hand, his hard work came to the limelight with the rising global demand for jute on a large scale. This helped the Jute industry to retain its lost reputation by generating employment opportunities for hundreds and thousands of individuals and fulfilling the demands of the consumers on time. In 2023, the theme for World Environment Day, under the campaign #BeatPlasticPollutions, has highlighted the urgency to find sustainable solutions to end the dominance of plastic-based materials. Plastic pollution has already become a concerning global issue, and if not neutralized sooner, it can further create a devastating impact on the environment. Not just to humans, it can also pose a threat to wildlife and marine life. Mr. Ghanshyam Sarda acknowledges the key role of the younger generation in creating a sustainable future. He also requested today’s young individuals to make conscious decisions that can contribute to a healthier, cleaner, and safer planet. Many industries are now using jute-based products because it is unarguably an excellent alternative to plastic. Forget about other products, jute bags have gained massive popularity on a global scale because they can be easily carried and used for shopping, packaging, and carrying general stuff. Apart from that, Jute mats and carpets offer eco-friendly flooring options for both residential and commercial properties. For shipping and storing the goods, jute-based packaging materials offer sustainable alternatives. The ultimate goal of this initiative is to reduce the use of plastic; therefore, these eco-friendly solutions can aid in that effort. Being the Chairman of the Sarda Group of Industries, Mr. Sarda’s contributions have created a major impact on society. He believes that businesses should adopt these practices into their strategies so that sustainability can become an active part of the corporate culture. He encouraged budding entrepreneurs to come up with better ideas to promote biodegradable materials across different industries. By doing so, they can contribute to a developing economy where resources are regenerated and reused, reducing the consumption of plastic materials to the maximum extent. Mr. Ghanshyam Sarda is India’s renowned business personality and his unwavering commitment to sustainable practices can surely help in designing a better tomorrow. His efforts have not only contributed to employment generation but also supported various industries that align with global sustainability goals. If other industrialists demonstrate the same level of dedication, then we as humans are capable of filling these cracks to preserve the environment.
Bengal Inc Sons Bond with Dads in this Lockdown
Kolkata: For Umesh Chowdhary, vice chairman of Titagarh Group, it is the longest stay in his home town after almost 25 years while for Rudra Chatterjee, MD of Luxmi group, this is his longest stay in the City of Joy ever since he had left school for higher studies. The story is same for Sanjay Budhia, MD of Patton, Neetish Sarda, director of Sarda Group, and Saket Mohta, MD of Merlin Group. The Covid 19-induced lockdown and the ban on international travel became an opportunity for Bengal Inc to spend some time with family, especially on the Fathers’ Day. Rudra Chatterjee, who is a frequent flier to US for his business, said he was enjoying his stay in the city. On Father’s Day he had cup of tea with his father Dipankar Chatterjee in the morning. “I have been eating my favourite home-made dish every day for the last three months, apart from spending time with my daughter and teaching her mathematics. Rest of the time is spent in doing some webinar related to business,” said Rudra. Umesh Chowdhary said, “It was probably for the first time since my son was born that I could spend three consecutive months in Kolkata with my family. My son, my father and me, celebrated Father’s Day together.” Neetish Sarda, son of top jute industrialist, Ghanshyam Sarda, was stranded in Kolkata due to the lockdown. “I am with my father for the past 90 days,” said Neetish. For Saket Mohta, too, it’s a new experience in life. He and his father Sushil travel 60-70 days a year.“There are very few common days when both of us stay together in the city,” he added. Budhia said he has been with his family and daughter Preeyam for three months. “We are together at home and I don’t remember whether the same happened earlier.” Credits: TimesofIndia
Ghansyam Sarda During the Celebration of Kolkata Polo Season 2019
Winter is here and so is the season of polo. To celebrate the ongoing Kolkata Polo Season 2019, a dinner was hosted at the AOI, Fort William, on the eve of the Eastern Command Centenary Cup on Tuesday. Notable Indian polo player and an Arjuna awardee, Col Ravi Rathore, along with the other players, Army officials, dignitaries and the industrialist Ghanshyam Sarda were spotted at the do. The guests were seen enjoying themselves at the polo-themed party. While talking about the previous day’s match, an Army officer was heard praising Col Rathore’s skills. “He single-handedly took on the opponent,” he said, to which, another official was heard regretting missing the match. The party was followed by a scrumptious dinner.
Ghanshyam Sarda during the 2019
Like every year, Manicktalla Chaltabagan Lohapatty Durga Puja Committee ushered in Durga Puja with the roaring beats of dhak with their Dhak Utsav 2019 at a city luxury hotel on Wednesday morning. The rhythm and the beats made us realize that our very own Ma Durga was coming home with her children. While the chief guest of the occasion was Governor of West Bengal Jagdeep Dhankar, a number of Tolly celebs, diplomats, politicians and chairman of Chaltabagan Durga Puja, culturist Sundeep Bhutoria, too were also part of the celebration. The event started with the felicitation of the chief guest and the other guests of honor. Dev, Roopa Ganguly, and industrialist Ghanshyam Sarda were the guests of honor and were part of the lamp-lighting ceremony. A group of tribal dancers also performed a piece with conch shells and tribal drums. “Among all the countries I have visited, Bengal is perhaps the most culturally rich place in the world. Being present here, I feel that there cannot be a greater prelude to Durga Puja,” the Governor added. Hotelier Atul Bhalla was attending his fourth Dhak Utsav. “The Dhak Mahotsav celebrates the indigenous musical heritage of Bengal, which is integral to Durga Puja. This is in keeping with our hotel’s philosophy of ‘responsible luxury’ as we pay tribute to the cultural heritage of the region,” he added.
An Empire Built with Passion and Determination by Ghanshyam Sarda
Starting his career as a humble Jute trader, Ghanshyam Sarda is today one of the largest Jute Manufacturers and employers, with a strength of over 70,000 workmen in West Bengal, UP and Bihar. With his vision and dedication, he has built a conglomerate of over 2500 crores spanning diverse business including Real Estate, IT /ITES, and Service Sector. At a time when the Jute industry was being abandoned by the big business houses due to tremendous labor militancy, Ghanshyam Sarda foresaw a bright future for the eco- friendly and biodegradable material and converged all his might to revive Nine sick jute mills, providing much needed employment to Bengal’s workforce and resurrecting the dying industry. With his unique approach of motivating the work men of sick units, he successfully revived sick companies across sectors from tea gardens to chemical, IT/ITES units. He believes that “Knowledge is not power, knowledge is only potential power. It transforms itself into actual power the moment you decisively act on it. ” One mantra he lives by is ‘never allow fear and doubt to short circuit your mind’.
Star biz Award wins Industry praise
Tollywood’s leading ladies, including Rituparna Sengupta, Gargee Roy-Chowdhury, Tanusree Chakraborty and Paayel Sarkar, were called up on the stage by the emcee of the evening, Paromita Chatterjee. And then, Anil Kapoor, the ageless Bollywood star, wowed the actresses, as well as the audience, with his moves to the tune of My Name is Lakhan. The occasion was the glitzy evening of the second chapter of the Times Business Awards, Kolkata, that took place in a city hotel recently and the evening presented many such magical moments. From hospitality to health to education and other sectors – leaders like Ghanshyam Sarda, as well as small startups, were acknowledged for their immense efforts. Anil Kapoor, while talking about changes in Bollywood, said, “Now, the younger generation of actors, technicians and the businessmen has become more honest. Everything comes with more integrity There is no cash transaction. Everything is documented and perfect. And that is the key to success.” At the event, which was attended by guests from all walks of life, Rituparna said, “Business is something very different from my line of work. But I always feel there’s a connection between creativity and business. I get very charged and happy to see successful business people.”
Celebrities catching up Summer Grand Party
Summer vacation is around the corner and just before they fly off for their holidays, some of the city’s well-known know faces especially like Ghanshyam Sarda gathered at a joyous get-together hosted by social activist and culturist Sundeep Bhutoria at a cit a city five-star hotel recently. From diplomats to industrialists to socialites and hoteliers – the city’s who’s who from different walks of life were seen engaging in banter through the evening over wine and good food. “Everybody, including me, will soon be off to holidays to enjoy the summer. So I thought of spending an evening with friends and acquaintances before we all leave,” Sundeep told us. The guests too enjoyed the party to the hilt. “I am going to Denmark for my holiday. It was so nice to catch up with the luminaries of the city before heading for my summer vacation,” said Birgit Holm, a hotelier. The party was followed by a scrumptious dinner with Lebanese, continental, the Italian and Indian cuisine of the menu. The guests were spotted enjoying the lovely skyline of the City of Joy from the presidential suite of the hotel.
Biz award wins industry praise
The Times Business Awards 2018, organised by Optimal Media Solutions — a part of India’s largest media conglomerate, The Times Group — took place in the city for the first time and how! The gala that was attended by some of the leading industrialists like Ghanshyam Sarda, Tollywood celebs like Dev and Mimi, diplomats and socialites like Umesh Chowdhary — organised an award function felicitating more than 35 leading entrepreneurs in Bengal for their contribution to retail, real estate, healthcare and education sectors. The event, initiated to encourage the entrepreneurs in Kolkata, took place at a city hotel recently. Before the event was formally inaugurated, industrialists Harsh Neotia, Sanjay Budhia and Shashwat Goenka were seen engaging in a lively banter at the banquet. “I’m glad that such initiatives are being taken in the city and with such events, we can counter the notion that we are not business friendly. This will also encourage the young entrepreneurs and startups,” Harsh told. The award function began with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp. Besides Harsh Neotia and Sanjiv Goenka, Tollywood star Dev, chairman of CII Umesh Chowdhary and MD and CEO of Berger Paints, Abhijit Roy, were also seen at the inaugural ceremony. While addressing the audience, Dev said, “Everybody sitting here, in this room, is making us proud as Kolkatans. Do invest in West Bengal and do invest in Kolkata.” Later in the evening, Shashwat Goenka, who was awarded the Most Young & Dynamic Leader, said, “I am so glad that my work has been recognised. It is really encouraging.” Tollywood actress Mimi Chakraborty, who presented the awards at the do, said, “It is an amazing evening. I am really glad to be here.” This survey has been conducted exclusively by an independent research agency named i3rc Insights, using the stated methodology for arriving at the given rankings. Learn more about Ghanshyam here To know more about the initiative was taken by the Ghanshyam himself for the Jute labours: Ghanshyam Sarda jute industry
Care IVF, caring for you and your family
Ghanshyam Sarda and Evelyn Sharma giving away the award to Sunaina Bihani, Dr Rajiv Agarwal and Dr Mukesh Sirohia. With changed lifestyle and altered habits, in a country of 1.2 billion, about 20% of the couples have trouble getting pregnant and most of them go to IVF as a last resort. Three times winner of the Times Business Award as the Best IVF Centre East Zone, Care IVF added another feather in its cap by winning another award this year for the Best IVF Centre Kolkata. Dr Rajeev Agarwal an eminent Gynaecologist; Sunaina Bihani Director of Pulse Diagnostics and Dr Mukesh Sirohia a senior Radiologist, had, at some point experienced close friends or family go through this pain. The idea of Care IVF originated from that suffering and the desire to bring the best of the world to our city of Kolkata. What started from a small 800 sq feet room has now grown into a Centre providing the best of woman’s care available across the world. Special thanks to Timesgroup Interesting news: Food Oscars in Kolkata