Sajjan Jindal  is the chairman and managing director of JSW Group of companies; diversified in steel, mining, energy, sports, infrastructure and, software business. Known as “The Man of Steel,” Jindal began his career with a steel plant in 1982 and is now head of the country’s largest steel company, JSW Steel.

The JSW Group was founded in 1982 when Jindal acquired a re-rolling mill located in Tarapur, Maharashtra, near Mumbai, from Piramal Steel. Following the acquisition, the group renamed it Jindal Iron and Steel Company (JISCO). From these humble beginnings, Jindal transformed JSW into one of India’s leading business conglomerates. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, JSW has a significant presence across diverse sectors including Steel, Energy, Infrastructure, Cement, Paints, B2B E-commerce, Venture Capital, Defence, Green Mobility, and Sports.

He is also a Nominee Director of Invest Karnataka Forum.  Under Jindal’s leadership, JSW Steel has become India’s largest steel producer, while the group has expanded into multiple sectors, making it a key player in India’s industrial landscape. His vision of sustainable growth and innovation continues to drive the company’s success across its diverse business portfolio. Indiaspora is proud to have Sajjan Jindal  on our Business Leaders 2.0 List.