Key Achievements

Headed the company for 18 years; L&T’s revenue grew 25 times and market capitalisation 80 times during this period.

Ensured L&T's participation in most of India’s landmark infrastructure, defence and space projects.

Nullified hostile takeover attempts by leading corporate houses and made employees the leading stakeholders.

Built a huge part of what L&T is today; the company operates in over 85 sectors and has a turnover of over Rs 1.20 lakh crore.