Gautam Adani: Reimagining Business in India and the World

by R.N. Bhaskar

Gautam Adani needs no introduction. One of the richest men in the world, he also helms a business empire that is now India's largest player in ports and renewable energy. He is also the country's largest private sector player in sectors like airports, city gas distribution, power transmission, thermal power, edible oil, and railway lines. Yet, look beyond these facts, and startlingly little is known about Gautam Adani, the maverick businessman; about his motivations and vision; about his life, and the episodes, minor and major, that propelled him to make the choices he did.
This book sheds light on all that we have never known, but should know, about Gautam Adani. It delves deep, detailing a range of fascinating anecdotes from Gautam Adani's life, illuminating his early childhood, his initiation into business, and the learnings and opportunities he exploited.
But beyond biography, this book is committed to analysing those business strategies of Gautam Adani that have intrigued all. It marries biography and business data, storytelling and hard numbers. Besides, it has been authored by one of India's most senior journalists who has long followed Gautam Adani's career.

Genres: Biography, Business, Nonfiction

311 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 7, 2022

Reviews

[Ilesh Agrawal · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good book to understand the ground level business scenario of India. But the writer is very much biased towards the Adani Group. An honest take would have been appreciated. To sum up the book looks like a sponsored document to address Shareholders !

[Prabhat sharma · Rating 4 out of 5]

Gautam Adani: Reimagining Business in India and the World (Kindle Editon) by R.N. Bhaskar- biography- This book brings the biography of Gautam Adani which puts forward many unknown aspects of one of the richest Indian men in the world. Gautam Adani is at the helm of a business empire that is now India's largest player in ports and renewable energy. The Ahmedabad-based industrialist is currently also leading the country's largest private sector player in sectors such as airports, city gas distribution, power transmission, thermal power, edible oil, and railway lines. Author has noted that "He met Gautam Adani almost 18 years ago, while the Mundra Port was being built. What I saw then, and what I learnt from my discussions with key Adani group people, was that this port could change the transshipment landscape for the Middle East and India. It could reshape logistics, and even make Mundra the country's first destination port." Author has delivered talks in Dubai about how Gautam Adani could change India's trade patterns." The biography delves deep, detailing a range of fascinating anecdotes from Adani's life, illuminating his early childhood, his initiation into business, and the learnings and opportunities he has pursued. It also talks about business, data, storytelling, and hard numbers. This biography is a kind insightful and inspirational read for industry experts, enthusiasts, and even young students and professionals. This is an inspiring book for readers of all age.

[Harsh Barot · Rating 4 out of 5]

Gautam Adani: Reimagining Business in India and the World by R.N. Bhaskar instills a deep sense of pride among Indian readers. It highlights how Gautam Adani, starting from India, has successfully led international deals, showcasing how New India is shaping its global identity. The book captures the remarkable growth of the Adani Group in ports, airports, cement, and green energy, presenting a vivid picture of its rise. Adani’s journey aligns with the vision of “Viksit Bharat,” making the book both inspiring and thought-provoking. It is a proud narrative and a valuable read for understanding entrepreneurship in modern India.

[Keen Reader · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very good introduction to the man and his business acumen and style. The book also brings out the human side of Mr Adani, and the stress he places on good personal as well as business relationships.
The one drawback of the book, in my opinion, is the absence of an index at the back, which a book of this depth sorely needs. Hope the next edition rectifies this omission.

[Siddhant · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a good primer for the majority of Adani's businesses. The book is not a biography covering Adani's lifestyle, decisions, and motivations behind them. The book predominantly highlights the positive aspects of Mr. Adani (to be expected as it is a sanctioned work).

[KARAN ARORA · Rating 5 out of 5]

The next Game changer!

Very well researched book . We get easily manipulated by western media and without research use the term-" Crony capitalist" without realising the scale and quantum of operations and verticals through which Adani and Ambani groups are helping India.

[Valay · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book provides insights into Adani empire, the philosophy thqt Gautambhai follows and the future plans. Fails to provide even a single critical comment on Adani businesses and looks like a paid attempt to change the public perception surrounding Adani empire.

Can avoid.

[Rohan Sankpal · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good info on Adani group. It is not a biography of Shri Gautam Adani.