Graduate, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi; Commonwealth Scholar, Senior Management Programme, Manchester Business School. Expert and thought leader in the domain of healthcare delivery. More than 40 years of management experience in the corporate sector. Former: Member, Board of Directors, ICI India, as the Executive Director in charge of Human Resources, Manufacturing, External Relations and Communications, Chief Executive, Pharmaceuticals, Specialties and Catalyst businesses, and Member, ICI Global Manufacturing Group, SSHE Excellence Group and the Global HR Forum. With Fortis: has led the company’s projects function, strategy and organizational development functions and has held the office of the Chief Executive Officer; currently, President, Fortis Healthcare; member of the top management team that conceptualized, formulated and implemented Fortis’ growth strategy to position it as India’s leading Healthcare delivery organization. Chairman, Malar Hospitals. Director, Lanka Hospitals Corporation. Member of various steering boards. Member of the Advisory Board, The Economic Burden of Non Communicable Diseases in India. Has spoken on panels and presented to Indian and international audiences on themes related to healthcare. Certified Life and Executive Coach; works with senior management to enhance personal performance and fulfilment. Leads and facilitates workshops on strategy, business planning and leadership. Has mentored and coached several leaders across sectors. Interests include athletics, high-altitude trekking, adventure sports, spirituality, music and reading.