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Udupi, Aug 23: Dr Ranjan Pai's journey began with a medical degree from Kasturba Medical College, a prestigious institution established by his grandfather in 1953.
In the realm of contemporary commerce, a cohort of third-generation entrepreneurs adeptly steers their family's economic domains. Among them stands Dr Ranjan Pai, the visionary driving force behind the Manipal Group – an expansive conglomerate merging education and healthcare with a constellation of seven universities and 29 hospitals. Dr Pai, a medical doctor, billionaire magnate, and the distinguished chairperson of the Manipal Education and Medical Group (MEMG), exemplifies the seamless amalgamation of these critical sectors.
A glimpse into Dr Ranjan Pai's financial fortitude
As of August 22, 2023, Forbes unveils D. Pai's real-time net worth, towering at a remarkable Rs 23,230 crore. His name claims the 1067th spot on Forbes' illustrious World's Richest People list. This 50-year-old luminary stands as a proud alumnus of Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, an institution established by his grandfather TMA Pai in 1953. Following this academic pursuit, Dr. Pai augmented his expertise through a fellowship in Hospital Administration within the United States.
Embarking on a journey as the Managing Director of the Melaka Manipal Medical College in Malaysia, Dr Pai's career ascent mirrors his indomitable spirit. His impactful leadership extended to the complete restructuring of the MEMG, aligning it with the global business landscape and priming it to tackle forthcoming challenges head-on.
A catalyst of transformation
Initially inclined towards continuing the family's not-for-profit educational trust, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Dr Pai eventually chose to embark on a corporate journey within MEMG's business realm. From humble beginnings within a rented domicile in Bengaluru, he initiated MEMG in 2000.
Central to his accomplishments is his pivotal role in transforming MEMG into a corporate entity, ushering in seasoned professionals at management echelons. Under his visionary stewardship, the Education and Healthcare arms of the conglomerate have scaled extraordinary heights, alluring private equity investments in the process.