Ajay Piramal

Horses and dogs were part of my growing up years.

I am humble enough to understand there are many people who know much more than I do on many subjects, so I listen to them. Integrity is also critical to leadership, so I believe there must always be alignment between what you think, say, and do.

Leadership is more than just managing economic reforms. Leadership means giving broad direction, take up challenges which other people cannot do.

Our philosophy always teaches us that you can have intense activity, but inside, you have to have peace. The office has to reflect that.

Innovation means taking risks, and that is where the private sector can play a role.

Governments cannot do innovation. There are too many audits, and no one stays in a role for long enough.

Don't hoard your wealth. Instead, live the life you want with the wealth you have been blessed with, but also make it beneficial for the good of the larger community.

We always set ambitious goals in our group, and I have found that if you set your mind to it, you can do it ,and sometimes all the circumstances will play in your favour.

In the pharma space, we have been growing both organically as well as through acquisitions.

Within the renewables space, we are focused on solar and wind energy.

We entered into the pharmaceutical industry in 1988, and since then, we have grown significantly on the back of a growing demand in India for pharmaceutical products.

Disabilities and misfortune can make you stronger.