Vijay Arora
Film Artist

"Through the Awards of Priyadarshni, Nanik has contributed a lot to enhancing India's image abroad. He is humble, a friend of all and a very compassionate human being. He is a man of dynamism, perseverance and high sensitivity to the quality of human relationships."

Dr. Vijay Bhatkar
Chairman, Dishnet DSL Ltd.

"Nanik Rupani is one of the most remarkable persons I have met. What impressed me at first sight was his boundless optimism and unarming smile. He has invented a new mantra, 'Success is my birthright and no one can stop me from claiming it.' Today, Nanik Rupani has attained unusual success in his life through sheer grit, determination, hard work and limitless optimism and enthusiasm. His greatest strength is his power of networking with people from different walks of life, people from trade and industry, corporates, celebrities, politicians, scientists as well as spiritualists.

"Like many remarkable people, he had very humble beginnings and went on to build a cluster of telecom companies called Enkay Group which he chairs today. His outstanding accomplishment is Priyadarshni Academy, whose Awards have become the most coveted. The biennial glittering ceremony of these awards has become an event to be remembered.

"Nanik and I have come together to create a Vedic Research Center which will eventually culminate into a Vedic University for Vedic studies. We wish to bring about a synthesis of Indian Knowledge System with modern science and explore opportunities for new innovations in Science and Spirituality for the service of humanity. These days Nanik is particularly articulating the relevance of Kautilya's Arthashastra in today's national and corporate governance. Where will the resources come from? Nanik's answer is, 'God's Bank! If there is a sincerity of purpose, the resources will flow.'

"Nanik and I have unshakeable belief in India's great future. We believe that India will reclaim her glory in this century and no one can stop this."

Dr. Ram Buxani
Executive Vice Chairman, International Traders (ME) Ltd., Dubai

"I am glad to know that my dear friend Nanik Rupani's biography is being compiled. It is indeed a positive step to document the life of an achiever like him for it may serve as a guide for future generations. He is a man with wonderful qualities of ethics and character. His business acumen and philanthropic spirit are really praiseworthy. His knack to maintain public relations with sincerity and transparency is one of the very important qualities — something we all need to learn.

"He is fortunate to have a wonderful family ably managed by his wife, Geeta. I am sure Nanik's biography would be a philosophical treatise on business and life and that it would be a treat for those who will read it." 

M. N. Chaini
President, Corporate Affairs, Reliance Industries Ltd.

"I have known my dear friend Nanikbhai for over a decade. He is an extra-ordinarily warm-hearted person, always helpful in any good cause. He is very social and charitable. In my association with him in IMC and MEDC programs, I found that I can always depend on him. For a good cause he always stands by you. He likes yoga, spiritual study and meditation, which probably describes his strength, humanity and his kind attitude."

Arindam Chaudhuri
Dean, Center for Economic Research & Advanced Studies

"I have had the privilege of knowing Nanik for quite a few years now, and I believe that he is a true karma yogi committed to the cause of society and the nation."

Pralhad P. Chhabria
Chairman, Finolex Group

“The most important thing about Nanik Rupani is that he is a very great organizer. Whenever he takes up any project in his hand, he will ensure that it reaches its goal and takes care in execution of every minute detail. I learned how to manage things from Mr. Rupani. I was present at the IMC conference organized by Mr. Rupani in Singapore. He has taken up so many projects and done so much work since he became the President. At this conference 400 delegates, not only from India but also from all over the world were brought to Singapore. Most of them came because of the personal rapport they shared with him. He could bring in VIP's from all levels. He has a great knack of organizing anything from meetings to social work."

Dr. B. R. Chopra
Renowned Producer & Director, B. R. Films

"I happen to be one of his closest friends. In fact, we are like brothers and our relationship goes a long way. Both our families are in love with each other."

Nana Chudasama
World Chairman, Giants International

"He is a leading light in the movement for making Mumbai a world-class city. He has been associated with many social organizations and he continues to do a lot of social work for the poor and the downtrodden."

Hafeez Contractor
Renowned Architect

"Nanik Rupani is a very influential person. He makes you feel at ease about calling him up at any time. He has helped me and many of my friends in a lot of ways. To me he is a friend, an extraordinary person who behaves in an ordinary way, doing extraordinary work. I have seen plenty of instances where he had nothing to gain (perhaps more to lose in some cases), when he has gone out of his way to help people. He has always come to my aid when I have needed it. What I cannot forget is that when there was nobody with me, he helped me and stood by my side."

Sharayu Daftary
Past President, Indian Merchants' Chamber

"I met Shri Nanik Rupani when I was the President of the Indian Merchants' Chamber in the year 2000-01. Shri Rupani was a member of the managing committee then. During this period, he was also the Chairman of the Telecommunications sub-committee. This was the beginning of my respect for him. I respected him for his sincerity and perseverance with which he took up a job and completed it. Not only that, he always takes on a job to help his friends, and he does a wonderful job of it.

"Under his guidance, an exhibition on Telecom was organized. This exhibition was a great success and everyone eloquently praised his capacity and leadership to arrange such an event. Later on, this exhibition became a role model for others to follow.

"Both Nanik and Geeta are close friends, and I wish I had them many years ago, because the quality of this friendship is great."

G. S. Dahotre
Former Chairman, Bank of India

"I still recall our first meeting in early 1986, when Nanik was outlining his plans for Priyadarshni Academy. It was my proud privilege to share his dreams and plans about the Academy. He has been over-generous with his thanks and praise for his friends and associates who may have played a humble part. He is a sincere and dependable friend who would respond and do his best to help."

P. S. Deodhar
Executive Chairman, APLABS

"He is not your typical South Mumbai socialite. He wears his wealth with such ease. He is not only rich and famous, but also humane and sensitive to his responsibility as a citizen and has been efficiently fulfilling those duties for decades. Priyadarshni Academy is a monument to Nanik's remarkable social sensitivity and organizing skill."

Vilasrao Deshmukh
Chief Minister, Maharashtra

"I remember the day when a cassette and a book was released by me on completion of six years of Priyadarshni Academy. Today this sapling has become a giant tree engaged in many socio-cultural activities. Nanik's dedication towards social endeavours is an inspiration, not only to me, but to all. He has become a solid, glorious institution. I wish him grand success in life."

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