Ajay Shridhar Shriram is a distinguished Indian industrialist and philanthropist, leading DCM Shriram Ltd. as its Chairman and Senior Managing Director. Born on March 4, 1954, in Kolkata, he hails from the illustrious Shriram family, known for their significant contributions to Indian industry and society. Ajay completed his schooling at The Doon School, Dehradun, and earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Sydenham College, Bombay. He further enhanced his business acumen by attending the Programme for Management Development at Harvard Business School. Under his leadership since 1991, DCM Shriram has diversified its portfolio, encompassing agri-businesses, chloro-vinyl, and value-added businesses, achieving substantial growth. Ajay has also served as President of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the International Fertilizer Association, Paris. His commitment to education is evident through his chairmanship of the Governing Body of Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) and trusteeship of SOS Children's Villages of India. Ajay's visionary leadership and dedication to social causes have cemented his reputation as a prominent figure in India's industrial and philanthropic sectors.