The Untold Story! Mukesh Ambani Reveals His Guru’s Game-Changing Lessons

Image Source: Chennaivision

Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries, has paid a heartfelt tribute to his former professor MM Sharma, calling him the “Guru of Bharat” and a quiet architect of India’s economic reforms. Ambani credited Sharma with instilling business acumen in his students, blending scientific knowledge with commercial strategy, and shaping the future of India’s chemical industry.

Key Highlights:

A Mentor’s Influence: Ambani studied under MM Sharma at the University Department of Chemical Technology (UDCT), now ICT Mumbai, and described the campus as his “second home”.
The Economics of Chemistry: Sharma taught Ambani the principle of turning every byproduct into a coproduct, ensuring zero waste and maximum value creation.
A Visionary for India: Sharma played a behindthescenes role in liberalizing India’s chemical industry, advocating for private sector participation in the 1970s and 1980s.
Guru Dakshina: As a tribute, Ambani announced an unconditional ₹151 crore grant to ICT Mumbai, fulfilling Sharma’s wish to support future generations of innovators.
A Legacy of Leadership: Ambani emphasized that Sharma’s teachings shaped his business philosophy, helping him build Reliance into a global powerhouse.