Dilip Shanghvi is the Founder and Managing Director of Sun Pharmaceuticals, India’s largest pharmaceutical company and one of the world’s leading specialty generics manufacturers. Known for his strategic acumen and relentless focus on execution, Shanghvi has played a pivotal role in shaping India’s pharmaceutical industry.
He founded Sun Pharma in 1983 with a vision to provide high-quality, affordable medicines. Under his leadership, the company grew rapidly through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, becoming a global pharmaceutical powerhouse with a presence in over 100 countries.
Shanghvi’s business philosophy is rooted in innovation, quality, and patient-centric solutions. His contributions to the healthcare sector have been widely recognized, and he has received several accolades, including the Padma Shri, one of India’s highest civilian honors.
Despite his corporate success, Dilip Shanghvi remains a low-profile leader, dedicated to philanthropy in healthcare, education, and community welfare.