Draft:Gyanesh Chaudhary

  • Comment: Stuff like Vikram Solar stands as one of India's largest solar photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturers and Vikram Solar has achieved several milestones under the guidance of Gyanesh are not neutral. Also, please remove external links from the body, use his last name (without Mr.) when referring to him, and remove unnecessary bolding. Kovcszaln6 (talk) 09:54, 28 July 2025 (UTC)

Gyanesh Chaudhary
Born(1977-12-04)December 4, 1977
Kolkata, West Bengal
EducationBusiness graduate from Cardiff Business School, University of Wales, Cardiff, UK

Studied Marketing and International Trade from Boston University.

Further completed the OPM (Owner/ President Management Program) from Harvard Business School, USA.
TitleChairman and Managing Director of Vikram Solar
SpouseMeenakshi Chaudhary
ChildrenYashvi Chaudhary and Agastya Vikram Chaudhary

Mr. Gyanesh Chaudhary is an Indian businessman and the Chairman and Managing Director of Vikram Solar, one of India's largest solar module manufacturing companies.[1] He founded Vikram Solar in 2005.[2]

Early Life & Education

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Mr. Gyanesh Chaudhary was born on December 4, 1977, in Kolkata, India.[2] Mr. Chaudhary is a business graduate from Cardiff Business School, University of Wales, Cardiff, UK and studied Marketing and International Trade from Boston University. He further completed the OPM (Owner/ President Management Program) from Harvard Business School, USA.[3]

Career & Leadership

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Founded in 2005 by Mr. Chaudhary, Vikram Solar is one of India's solar photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturers. The company currently has a manufacturing capacity of 4.5 GW[4] and have announced expansion plans to 15.5 GW by FY2027.[2]

Honors & Awards

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Accolades and awards received by Mr. Chaudhary

  • 2024: Visionary of the Year in Leadership Category – Solar Quarter State Leadership Awards[5]
  • 2021: One of the 100 Most Powerful Solar Business Leaders – The Sundowner Awards by Solar Quarter[6]
  • 2019: Pride of Bengal Award Issued: June 2019, Associated with Vikram Solar[7]
  • CMA's Emerging Leader Award- Mr. Gyanesh Chaudhary, CEO & MD of Vikram Solar, was presented with the CMA's Emerging Leader Award.[8][9]
  • 2016: Promising Entrepreneurs of India Issued by The Economic Times · June 2016, Associated with Vikram Solar[10]
  • 2013: Economic Times Bengal Corporate Award, Issued by The Economic Times · March 2013, Associated with Vikram Solar[11][12]

Personal Life

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Mr. Chaudhary is married to Meenakshi Chaudhary, and they have two children, Yashvi Chaudhary and Agastya Vikram Chaudhary. He is the son of Mr. Hari Krishna Chaudhary and Urmila Chaudhary.[2]

Philosophy & Vision

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'Karambhumi Janambhumi' ideology emphasizes the duty to give back to one's place of birth (Janmabhumi) through meaningful contributions in one's workplace and society (Karambhumi).[13] This philosophy is found in Vikram Solar's "Make in India" approach, investing in domestic solar manufacturing, creating employment, and contributing to India's renewable energy goals.[14]

Under his guidance, several CSR programs were launched through Vikram Solar Foundation, the CSR wing of the company, (https://www.vikramsolarfoundation.org/) focusing on health, education, and skill development. A few of the recent projects include-Swachh Urja, Ujjwal Bhavishya, a three-year partnership with CRY (Child Rights and You).[15] Under Mr. Chaudhary's guidance, Vikram Solar partnered with the Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers (IIChE), Lions Cancer Detection Centre Trust, Surat, and Vipassana Sodepur to install a rooftop solar system, promoting renewable energy adoption, energy savings, and a commitment to eco-conscious practices and community enrichment.[16][17]

Mr. Chaudhary started the Yashvi Art Foundation. It works towards to support Indian art, heritage, and young artists.[18][19][20]

References

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  1. ^ Solar, Vikram. "MR. GYANESH CHAUDHARY". Vikram Solar. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
  2. ^ a b c d "SEBI | VIKRAM SOLAR LIMITED". www.sebi.gov.in. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
  3. ^ USA, Vikram Solar. "MR. GYANESH CHAUDHARY". Vikram Solar USA. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
  4. ^ Solar, Vikram. "PV modules". Vikram Solar. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
  5. ^ Solar, Vikram. "Awards". Vikram Solar. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
  6. ^ Solar, Vikram. "Awards & Recognitions | Vikram Solar's Achievements". Vikram Solar. Retrieved 2025-07-28.
  7. ^ Delighted to have our MD & CEO Mr. Gyanesh Chaudhary honored with the prestigious " Pride of Bengal " award by the Round Table of India and ICC Young... | By Vikram Solar | Facebook. Retrieved 2025-06-02 – via www.facebook.com.
  8. ^ "Vikram Solar story". BigWit Energy. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
  9. ^ India, Energética (2017-03-21). "Mr. Gyanesh Chaudhary, MD & CEO Vikram Solar Received Commendations as emerging leaders - Asia Pacific | Energetica India Magazine". Energetica India Magazine, India Energy News, Renewable Energy News, Conventional Power Generation, Companies Guide... Retrieved 2025-07-28.
  10. ^ "VikramSolar". VikramSolar. 2017-01-16. Retrieved 2025-07-28.
  11. ^ Solar, Vikram (2017-02-10). "Vikram Solar Wins Two Awards at ET Bengal Corporate Awards". Vikram Solar. Retrieved 2025-07-28.
  12. ^ "Vikram Solar conferred with 2 prestigious awards at the 5th ET Bengal Corporate Awards". The Leading Solar Magazine In India. 2017-02-16. Retrieved 2025-07-28.
  13. ^ "Vikram Solar". online.flipbuilder.com. Retrieved 2025-07-28.
  14. ^ "AIMA YLC". ylc.aima.in. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
  15. ^ Solar, Vikram. "Active CSR". Vikram Solar. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
  16. ^ "Vikram Solar Foundation". www.vikramsolarfoundation.org. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
  17. ^ Solar, Vikram. "VSL Financials". Vikram Solar. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
  18. ^ Solar, Vikram. "Yashvi Art Foundation". Vikram Solar. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
  19. ^ "YASHVI ART FOUNDATION". ZaubaCorp. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
  20. ^ "YASHVI ART FOUNDATION". IndiaFilings. Retrieved 2025-06-02.