IMPACT

Those who work closely with Dada often remark on his ability to listen as attentively as he leads. In an era shaped by compressed timelines and instant outcomes, his approach appears almost countercultural. Yet it is precisely this steadiness that has earned him credibility across borders.

Beyond commerce, his engagement with education reflects the same institution-first philosophy. Under the Global Training and Education Programme (GTEP), 35 teachers from Gujarat’s Vishwa Vidyalaya received advanced training in England. Following the successful completion of the programme, the teachers later met the Prime Minister in New Delhi to share their experiences and outcomes.

Reflecting on the initiative, Dada, International Advisor to GTEP, said it was an honour to spend meaningful time with the Prime Minister discussing how the programme was executed with 34 senior faculty members from Gujarat in collaboration with the United Kingdom. Headquartered in London with operational presence in Ahmedabad, GTEP represents an education-led model of international cooperation rooted in sustained capacity-building.

Beyond education and enterprise, his commitment to social responsibility has been consistent and deeply personal. As Ambassador and Founder Trustee of Pass It On, a UK-based charity addressing homelessness, and as an Ambassador of the Loomba Foundation, which supports widows worldwide, he has aligned public engagement with causes that uphold dignity and inclusion.

Within the Indian community in the United Kingdom, his leadership has been both pioneering and inclusive. As National President of NFRN UK (2004–05), he became the first Asian in the UK retail sector to hold that office, a milestone reflecting the growing confidence and integration of Indian-origin leadership within mainstream institutions.

Recognition has followed naturally. From the Bharat Gaurav Award at the British Parliament to the Indo–UK Excellency Award 2025, his honours trace a consistent narrative of trust across institutions and borders. Yet accolades sit lightly with him. What matters more is continuity.