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Nirgudkar Farms

Nirgudkar's Corporate Profile

Quiet. Soft spoken. Unassuming Dr Sudhir projects a very humble outward presence but behind that veneer is a life full of little known achievements. He may have been honoured with a doctorate, but his true title would be ‘a fine human being’. His real calling is to serve the underprivileged and the downtrodden. His mission is to Recycle Goodness – the credo of Nirgudkar Foundation.

Philanthropy is a passion with Dr Sudhir. Under his stewardship runs the Nirgudkar Foundation, a registered public charitable trust which helps the needy and deserving. The Foundation makes a difference in the lives of thousands in the chosen areas of education, arts and music, healthcare, sports, spirituality and preservation of national heritage.

Recognition:
  • 2007
    Vidya Ratna Award by National Council for Senior Citizens of India by S.K. Choudhari former Sheriff of Mumbai.
  • 2006
    Udyog Ratan Award by Hon. Justice T. N. Vallinayagam in recognition of distinguished achievements and magnificent services in the field of construction.
  • 2005
    Title "Sir" by Indian Council of Management Executives for Contribution in Social & Cultural field.
  • 2004
    International Gold Star Award for outstanding work in spiritual upliftment from the Speaker of the Nepal Lok Sabha, Mr Taranath Ranabhat.
  • 2004
    Great Indian Achievement Award & Gold Medal from Smt Shiela Dixit, Chief Minister of Delhi, for exemplary work in rural healthcare.
  • 2004
    Lifetime Achievement Award & Gold Medal from Smt Shiela Dixit, Chief Minister of Delhi, for exemplary work in rural healthcare.
  • 2003
    Fellowship of the Royal Society of Arts, London, for valuable contribution to the arts in rural India and education and healthcare.
  • 2001
    Bharat Excellence Award from Shri Murasoli Maran, former Minister of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, for excellence in humanitarian work in healthcare.
  • 2001
    Pride of India Award from Shri Hukumdeo Narayan Yadav, former Minister of State for Agriculture, Government of India, for upliftment of mankind.
  • 2001
    Gem of India Award by Shri Ram Jethmalani, former Minister of Law, Justice & Company Affairs for services rendered towards humanity.
  • 2001
    Samaj Ratna Award by Indian Council of Management Executives, for contributions in the social and cultural arena.
  • 200
    Man of Achievement Award by International Publishing House for individual achievement of social service.
  • 1999
    Sarvashri Award by the Indian Council of Management Executives.
  • 1998
    Best Citizen Award for social service.
The educationist :
 
Realizing that true progress can happen only through education, Dr Sudhir focuses on providing books, medical help and hygiene facilities. Till now over 18,000 students including tribal children have taken benefit from the Trust. He helped to establish educational institutions and graduate and postgraduate centers of excellence.

Case in point: Dr Sudhir single-handedly endeavoured to establish Indian Education Society’s Architecture College, Management College & Research Centre & Core Competence Development Centre. He used his good offices and his own financial support to turn it into an exemplary institution, while also enabling a highly conducive academic environment.
 
The educationist :
  • 2005
    Shikshan Sadhana Award for Charitable Educational Activities in Backward Area.
  • 2004
    Shikshan Tapaswi Award for Charitable Educational and Cultural Activities in Rural Area.
  • 2002
    Shikshan Yogi Award for Educational ,Cultural and Medical Activities in Rural Area.
  • 2001
    Bharat Gaurav Award by Shri Sunderlal Patwa, former Minister of Rural Development for creating awareness for education in rural areas.
  • 2001
    National Award for Excellence in Education by Shri Allam Veerbhadram, former Minister of Horticulture, Government of Andhra Pradesh.
  • 1999
    Order of Merit for contribution in management education.
  • 1997
    Lok Gaurav Award from Shri Gopinath Munde, former Deputy Chief Minister of Maharasthra, for contributions in the field of education.
  • 1995
    Shikshan Maharshi Award for charitable educational activities in rural areas.
  • 1994
    Sir JRD Tata Award by the Tata Group of Companies for tracing the history of Nirgudkar Family spanning over 1000 years.
 
The entrepreneur :
 
As Managing Director of Nirgudkar Group of Companies, Dr Sudhir leads the Group’s activities in construction, land development, diamond cutting, hotel and hospitality and project facilitation. He draws from his rich experience in conceiving and executing mega construction projects to guide friends and customers.

The Group’s consulting division undertakes liaison assignments, covering projecting report preparation, government liaison and coordination of project funding agencies. Dr Sudhir puts his extensive experience in human resources management and construction into his own companies which are known for their international quality.

In agriculture, Nirgudkar Farms is engaged in unique experiments in organic and natural fertilizers. The effect of music and spiritual chanting on the agro yield and milk production has been tested and has achieved remarkable results. The produce includes grains, vegetables, fruits and flori-culture and is exported to western markets.
 
Recognition :
  • 2005
    Udyog Shree Award by Udyog Vikas Sanstha - Mumbai
  • 2003
    Knight of the Millennium Award for outstanding contribution in Horticulture by the Indian Council of Management Executives in November 2003.
  • 2001
    Vikas Ratan Award by Shri Anant Kumar, former Minister of Sports & Youth Affairs, Government of India, for excellence in agricultural exports.
  • 2001
    International Business Excellence Award by Shri Murli Manohar Joshi, former Minister of Human Resources Development, and Government of India for excellence in agricultural exports.
  • 2001
    Millennium Achiever Award by All India Achievers’ Conference, New Delhi for achievements in various businesses.
  • 2001
    Master of Millennium Award for outstanding achievement in business.
  • 2000
    National Citizen Honours Award by National Citizens Guild, New Delhi for excellence in export of fresh vegetables.
  • 1999
    The Association for Overseas Technical Scholarship from the Government of Japan to encourage entrepreneurs. Sudhir represented India for this 4-week program.
  • 1999
    Indira Gandhi Sadbhavana Award by Dr Manmohan Singh, former Minister of Finance, Government of India, for outstanding individual business achievement.
  • 1999
    Rajiv Gandhi Shiromani Award by Smt Sonia Gandhi, Member of Parliament for distinguished services.
  • 1998
    National Growth Award by Shri Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi, former Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting, Government of India for outstanding achievement in agriculture and social sciences.
  • 1998
    Krishi Udyog Puraskar for excellence in agricultural production.
  • 1997
    Krishi Udyog Puraskar for excellence in agricultural production.
  • 1997
    Krishi Bhushan Award for excellence in agricultural exports.
  • 1996
    Krishi Bhushan Award for excellence in agricultural exports.
The patron of arts :
 

The entire Nirgudkar Family is passionate about presenting the rich heritage of Indian classical music to patrons in India and abroad. The Foundation has sponsored and encouraged many upcoming artists and veterans and presented them to especially rural audiences who have never been exposed to live concerts.

 
Recognition :
  • 2003
    Dr Vitthalrao Vikhe Patil Pratishthan Award for rejuvenating folk arts of the tribals and rural areas.
  • 2003
    Pt Deenanath Mangeshkar Award by Smt Usha Mangeshkar for promoting and revitalizing Indian classical music among rural audiences.
  • 2001
    Rashtriya Ekata Award by Shri P Bhoomana, former Minister of Culture, Government of Karnataka, for services rendered in arts and music.
  • 2001
    Ratan Jyoti Award by Shri P Chidambaram, Minister of Finance, Government of India, for outanding contribution to music.
  • 2001
    Bharat Jyoti Award for achievement in art.

The born leader :
 
Dr Nirgudkar also contributes actively to the social causes of many organizations in different capacities.
 
M. Director Nirgudkar Constructions Pvt. Ltd.
President Nirgudkar Foundation
President Ashtavinayak Yatra Suvidha Prakalp
Trustee Bhimashankar Charitable Trust, Shrutisagar Ashram Pune
Ex.Convener Lokseva Education and Medical Trust,
Ex. Governing Council member Indian Education Society – Dadar, Mumbai
Ex. Chairman I.E.S. College of Architecture – Bandra, Mumbai
Ex. Chairman I.E.S. Management College – Bandra, Mumbai
Ex. Chairman I.E.S. Core competence Development Centre - Bandra, Mumbai
Ex. Chairman & M. Trustee Mandke Foundation
   
And also a writer…

A little known facet of Dr Sudhir is that he can wield a pen effortlessly too. He has penned an unusual book in Marathi, Ek Asto Builder, which is less about building and more about life. A collection of snippets and anecdotes, it charts Dr Sudhir journey from its humble beginnings. The book is already in its 4th edition with no publicity whatsoever.

In spite of such a plethora of achievements, Dr Sudhir feels he has a long way to go. “As long as there’s a single cry of help, a single stomach to fill and a single need to fulfill, our task isn’t complete,” says he. “My work has only just begun.”
 

 

 
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