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Subrat SaurabhAuthor of Kuch Woh Pal
In 1947, a five-year-old boy's family had to migrate from Pakistan during the partition of British India. From humble beginnings, he focussed on education with dedication, earning B.Sc. degree from Delhi University while, B.Sc. Honors, M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the UK on scholarships. He left India with just 3 pounds and returned after over 11 years as a Technocrat with a savings of Rs.135,000 and a Vision to start his venture – MAKE IN INDIA. This inspiring story follows the journey of a focussed, hardworking and target oriented refugee to a pioneering Industrialist, creating high-tech instruments amidst International embargoes—a true tale of Rags to Riches.
Dr. M.K. Shingari
Born in 1942 amidst the turmoil of the partition of British India, the author’s family migrated from Pakistan to India when he was just five years old. He began his education under a neem tree in Aligarh, completed his 10th standard there, and later graduated from Delhi University with a focus on Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
Financial constraints forced him to work instead of pursuing an engineering degree in India. Dissatisfied with a Government job in Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh, he moved to the UK, where he achieved his dream, earning M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in Chemical Engineering on a full scholarship by 1972.
Returning to India, he founded his own company, pioneering the "Make in India" initiative long before it became a National campaign. For 52 years, his company has thrived, earning him Life time Achievement Awards and recognition for his technical contributions.
At 82, he continues to follow his routine of Exercises, Gardening, Medical care, Factory Management etc. in a strict disciplined way daily from 4 AM to 8 PM, aspiring to celebrate his 100th birthday with friends. His life is a testament to Resilience, Innovation, and Enduring Spirit.
