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The felicitation ceremony was held on December 19, 2024 at Hyatt Regency, Dehradun. The event was organized with an esteemed gathering of winners from categories like corporate, retail, fashion, education, health etc. These achievements are the result of a rigorous research process conducted by Market Excel Data Matrix Pvt. Ltd. Ltd., commissioned by The Times of India. Through this detailed survey, Times Power Brands 2024 identified those who have truly made a significant impact in their fields
Honorable Governor of Uttarakhand, Lieutenant General Gurmeet Singh PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd.)
Lieutenant General Gurmeet Singh, born on February 1, 1956 in Jalal Osman, Amritsar, Punjab, is a decorated Indian Army veteran with a distinguished military career spanning nearly four decades. An alumnus of Sainik School Kapurthala, he held important roles including Deputy Chief of Army Staff before retiring on January 31, 2016. His service has been marked by numerous honours, reflecting his commitment to national security and strategic affairs. On September 15, 2021, he assumed charge as the 8th Governor of Uttarakhand and showed his leadership and dedication towards public service in the state.
Special Guest, Dhan Singh Rawat, Minister of Health, Education and Cooperation, Government of Uttarakhand
Dhan Singh Rawat, a prominent political figure from Uttarakhand, serves as the Minister of Health, Education and Cooperation. He joined the event virtually to address and congratulate the achievers. Representing the Srinagar constituency in Pauri Garhwal district, he has played a significant role in advancing the educational and healthcare sectors of the state. His initiatives focus on enhancing educational infrastructure and improving health services, reflecting his commitment towards the welfare and development of the citizens of Uttarakhand.
Event sponsors include:
Presenting Sponsor: Kher Infra Pvt. Ltd.
Hospitality Partner: Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa, Dehradun.
Auto Partners: Skoda and Volkswagen (DDPM Automobiles LLP).
Celebration Partner: Johnnie Walker Refreshing Mixer (Non-Alcoholic).
PR Partner: NextCorp Media.
A major highlight of the program was the panel discussion titled “Catalyst for the Developed India@2047 Vision: Innovation, Growth and Global Competitiveness.” Moderated by veteran journalist Mohammed Ujale, the session featured eminent panelists, including Harinder Garg, President, SMAU International Industry and Trade Chambers; Kamal Kumar Gupta, Chairman and Managing Director, Kirloskar Technologies; Anoop Nautiyal, Founder, Social Development for Communities ( SDC) Foundation; and Saraswati Raman, an acclaimed author addressing the challenges unique to Uttarakhand and the broader India vision. Explored transformative strategies for development and skill building. The discussion underlined the important role of innovation, emerging technologies and inclusive growth in achieving national goals.
Adding cultural charm to the event, Sunny Dayal Group, known for its contribution to culture for 15 years, performed at major national events including the Rajpath and Bullet Train celebrations, which were attended by PM Modi and PM Abe of Japan. She has been honored with prestigious honors of Uttarakhand and recently performed at Rashtrapati Bhavan before President Draupadi Murmu showcasing her remarkable achievements.
List of award winners
- On behalf of Devika Singh Tiwari, Abhishek Bansal (ED), Mall of Dehradun (Pride of Uttarakhand), Commercial – Real Estate
- Ajay Kumar, Shivalik College of Engineering,
excellence in engineering education - Akshay Pundir,
Varaha Healthcare Excellence in Manufacturing of Ayurvedic Medicines - Ankush Kamboj, Krishna Sharma,
Vishal Kaushik Sun Boiler Pvt. Ltd., Excellence in Steam Boiler Manufacturers - Anugunj Aggarwal, Urban by Superstore, Dehradun, Excellence in Superstore
- Archit Goyal, Shree Bajrang Alliance Limited (Gold), Best in Class Manufacturing Industry
- Bhushan Goyal, Prabhat Fertilizers and Chemical Works, Most Environment Friendly Manufacturing Industry
- Bimal Rawat, GMFX Global Limited, Excellence in Financial Trading Solutions
- CA Alok Mishra, Vanaprastha Resorts, Dwarahat, Dist. Almora, Uttarakhand, Excellence at the Promising Eco Yoga Resort
- Captain Rohit Soti and Meenakshi Soti, Doon Heritage School, Excellence in CBSE Day School
- Deep Mani Mishra and Raghavendra Philanthropist, Avanti Buffa Pvt. Ltd., excellence in automotive and e-utility devices
- Devendra Singla, Janaki Das Rice Mill, Excellence in Basmati Rice Manufacturing
- Dr. Akram Ahmed, Academically Global, Excellence in Health Care Education
- Dr. Manoj Gupta and Dr. Akshata Sutkatti, RG Hospital. RG Stone Urology and Laparoscopy Hospital, Best Urology and Minimally Invasive Surgery Hospital
- Dr. Arvind Kumar Choudhary and Dr. Rekha Choudhary, Ayurmax Multispeciality Ayurvedic Hospital, Excellence in Ayurvedic Treatment
- Dr. Harish Chandra Tomar, Green Remedies Ayurvedic Medicine Division (GRAMD), Excellence in Ayurvedic Medicines
- Dr. Pooja Jain, Mount Fort Academy, Dehardun, ICSE, Excellence in Ed Day School
- Dr. Navil Prasad Edathi, Kirloskar Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Outstanding Achievement Award in Biomedical Equipment Maintenance
- Harinder Singh Juneja and Rajni S Juneja, Adroit Progressive School, Excellent Secondary School
- Harinder Singh Mann, Doon International School – Riverside, Excellence in Day and Residential School
- Harish Suri, DDPM Automobiles LLP, Uttarakhand’s largest automobile dealership
- Harsh Mehta, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited, Excellence in Building a Legacy Dermatology Brand of the Year
- Excellence in Hotel Management Education, Kukreja Institute of Hotel Management, Manish Bhardwaj on behalf of Himanshu Kukreja
- Kanchan Khandke, Ecole Global Girls School, Dehradun, Excellent Girls Residential School
- Karan Mahajan, RT Realtors, Real Estate Developer – Residential & Commercial
- Kshitij Agarwal, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited (Brand – Canditral SB), Leading Brand in the Industry
- Mahipal Yadav, Sanskaram University, Excellence in Higher and Technical Education
- Major Sunil Dagar (Retd) and Captain Aarti Malik, LEAD Academy, Excellence in Leadership Development and Defense Coaching
- Mukesh Gulati, Ceremony Homes, Emerging Builder Young Achiever of the Year
- Narendra Arora and Pawan Sharma, Anti Corruption Foundation of India, Excellence in Social Work
- Navita Sinha, Birla Open Minds International School, Dehradun, Excellence in CO-ED Day School
- Nipun Mohanka, Excellence in Tax Strategy and Leadership
- Nishant Thapliyal, Institute of Technology and Management, Excellence in Management Education
- Nitin Raj Gupta, Raj Collection, Moradabad, Excellence in Organized Retail Outlets
- Parveen Kumar, Albela Foods, Excellence in Innovative Ventures
- Parveen Kumar Garg, BD Overseas, leading exporter in rice industry
- Prem Thudiya, SMBXL, Excellence in Emerging Start-ups
- Puneet Bhagchandani, Shri Kalka Devi Education Trust, Excellence in Skill Development Training, Women Empowerment and Employment Generation in the State of Uttarakhand
- Rahul Kumar, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited (Brand – Candid B), Excellence in Trusted Brand of the Year
- Rakesh Arora, Larsen & Toubro Limited, Excellence in Infra Development
- Saima Singh, Prashanti Farms and Resort, Excellence in Farms and Resort
- Sandeep Gupta, Doon Defense Academy, Excellence in Defense Coaching
- Saraswati Raman, excellence in connecting modern life with ancient texts
- Shreyans Jain, COER University, Roorkee, Excellence in Education
- Swarn Singh, Swarnimakash Lifescience Pvt. Ltd., Excellence in Contribution to Ayurvedic Industry
- Syed Mohammad Shan E Azam, IPS E-Services Pvt. Ltd., Emerging Chain of ‘Citizen Service Centers’ of the Year
- Thanga Saravanan. P, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited (Brand – TACROZ), Excellence in Patient Support Initiatives and Brand Building
- Udit Handa, Sinotec Technology Solutions, Excellence in Generative AI, 2024
- Vaishali Singh, Sagres Academy International, Dehradun, Excellence in Co-Ed Day School
- Vidyasagar Pattom, Pattom Digital Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Excellence in IT Solutions
- Vinod Srivastava, Team Win, Excellence in Hotel Project Consultancy
Research Methodology
The study aims to identify the top ‘Inspirational Leaders’ in the Delhi NCR region. Market Excel Data Matrix Pvt Ltd conducted the study from early to mid-December 2024; Organizations completed a factual form to nominate themselves in the appropriate categories.
study module
To ensure comprehensive data, the research was executed in phases:
- secondary desk research
A list of organizations was compiled using secondary sources. - factual data collection
Questionnaires were sent to more than 80 organizations, of which 51 participated in the follow-up.
analysis of findings
A thorough methodology, including a detailed scoring system, was used to determine the final rankings.
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