Industrialist and philanthropist Shri Sitaram Jindal has been awarded the Padma Bhushan, India’s third-highest civilian award, in the field of Trade & Industry. The recognition comes in honour of his outstanding contributions to Indian manufacturing, health, and rural development, with roots in Karnataka.
s the Chairman and Managing Director of Jindal Aluminium Ltd., Shri Sitaram Jindal has been instrumental in shaping India’s aluminium industry. Under his leadership, the company became the largest manufacturer of aluminium extrusions in India, renowned for innovation, quality, and sustainability.
However, it’s not just his industrial achievements that define him — Shri Jindal is equally respected for his commitment to social welfare. Through the Jindal Naturecure Institute and the Sitaram Jindal Foundation, he has dedicated his efforts to affordable naturopathy, education, and rural upliftment.
Shri Jindal’s philanthropic philosophy is deeply rooted in holistic health and inclusive development. His foundation supports thousands of underprivileged students, funds rural healthcare, and runs schemes for widows, the disabled, and senior citizens. His work has impacted lives across Karnataka and India.
By conferring the Padma Bhushan, the Government of India acknowledges Shri Sitaram Jindal’s unique blend of business excellence and social responsibility.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi remarked,
“Shri Sitaram Jindal has shown that true industrial success lies in nation-building. His efforts in trade, health, and education continue to uplift countless lives.”
Shri Jindal’s life is a shining example of how industry can thrive while deeply serving society — a legacy now etched into the nation’s highest civilian honours.
