The pilani pioneers profiles twenty-five accomplished bits pilani graduates, including start-up founders, entrepreneurs and CEO, who have made an indelible mark on the Indian – and global – business landscape while deftly navigating the twists and turns of their professional and personal lives. It introduces us to Mavericks such as hard Menon, co-founder and CEO of Bigbasket; Harish Bhat, brand custodian at Tata sons; phanindra SAMA, co-founder of redBus; Tulsi mirchandaney, managing director of bluedart aviation; Baba kalyani, Chairman and MD of Bharat forge; and Nandini Chopra, MD at alvarez & marsal, whose stories of passion and perseverance reveal what it takes to not only achieve success in the competitive arena of business but also make a positive difference in both industry and the world at large. Inspiring, with a touch of nostalgia, the pilani pioneers is an essential read for anyone looking to find their niche and build a meaningful professional life.