Dr Ranjan R Pai in youngest philanthropists list
The EdelGive Hurun India Youngest Philanthropists list highlights country’s most generous individuals who have contributed to the development of the nation through their philanthropic efforts
Manipal, Dec 09, 2021: Dr. Ranjan R Pai, Chairman of Manipal Education and Medical Group (MEMG) and President of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) has been named as one of the youngest philanthropists in the 8th annual EdelGive Hurun India Philanthropy List 2021.
The list highlights the country’s most generous individuals who have contributed to the development of the nation through their philanthropic efforts. The report was prepared by Edelgive Foundation in partnership with Hurun India.
Dr. Pai, who is 48 years old is one of the youngest people to have made it to the list which features individuals who donated Rs 5 crore or more during the period under consideration. With philanthropic contributions worth 17 crores Dr. Pai has directed his efforts to the cause of education.
The Edelgive Hurun list includes entrepreneurs from various sectors like pharmaceuticals, software, automobile, finance, etc. who apart from creating wealth have also given back to society.
The list was prepared after surveying India’s most successful entrepreneurs, their philanthropic contributions and cross-referencing them with media reports and data from the charitable organizations.
Speaking about Dr. Ranjan Pai’s inclusion amongst the youngest philanthropists, Dr. H S Ballal, Pro-Chancellor, MAHE said the Manipal family has a strong legacy of charitable endeavors right from the days of Dr. T.M.A Pai.
“He always believed Healthcare and Education are the two critical areas of human development and strived to develop those fields. His legacy has been carried forward by his son Dr. Ramdas M Pai and now his grandson Dr. Ranjan R Pai. Being one of the youngest people to be included in this list speaks volumes of Dr. Ranjan’s commitment to corporate responsibility”.
Lt. Gen (Dr.) M.D. Venkatesh, Vice-Chancellor, MAHE defined Dr. Ranjan Pai as an excellent entrepreneur with a deep sense of responsibility.
“Through his charitable undertakings, he has steered his energies into empowering people and improving their way of life through education and healthcare. His inclusion in the list is a proud moment for us indeed,” he added.
