Meet Gautam Adani’s right-hand man: The doctor-turned-businessman steering a Rs 20,852 crore company

May 03, 2024 Anita Santosh

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His staggering real-time net worth is valued at $80.4 billion (approximately Rs 6.7 lakh crore) by Forbes.

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Dr. Malay Mahadevia holds the position of Whole Time Director at Adani Ports & SEZ (APSEZ) and serves as the CEO of Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL).

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Transitioning from his role as a dentist to an entrepreneur, Mahadevia played a pivotal role in the development of Mundra Port, overseeing its journey from conceptualization to commissioning.

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Adani Wilmar stands as India’s foremost processor of palm oil, with a notable total revenue of Rs 13,872.64 crore, as per FY 23 Q4 results.

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[{"selector":"#anim-17ecf956-92fb-4c15-addf-f39c948dc710 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-12.499999772451451%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] In the dynamic realm of business, Dr. Malay Mahadevia epitomizes the blend of diverse expertise and unwavering commitment, serving as Gautam Adani’s trusted confidant and indispensable partner in steering the Adani Group’s monumental success. Learn more