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Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., one of India’s most respected and diversified conglomerates, today celebrates its 80th Founders’ Day. Established on October 2, 1945, by J.C. Mahindra and K.C. Mahindra, the company shares its founding date with the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, a symbol of courage and equality.
In 1945, Mahindra placed its very first advertisement in The Times of India, inviting people from all communities to join a new enterprise built on fairness, courage, and opportunity—an inclusive vision at a time when the world was emerging from war and social divides.
Reflecting on this milestone, Anand Mahindra, Chairman, Mahindra Group, said:
“Eighty years ago, our founders set out to help build a new India by creating industry, livelihoods, and hope. As we face a new era of global challenges, our mission remains unchanged: to drive India toward technological self-reliance and global respect.”
Dr. Anish Shah, Group CEO & MD, Mahindra Group, added:
“Our founders were ahead of their time. Their first message wasn’t about products or profits—it was about principles: entrepreneurship, integrity, diversity, and optimism about India’s future. Those same values continue to guide us today as we innovate and empower communities worldwide.”
From assembling the first Willys jeeps in post-war India to becoming a global federation spanning mobility, finance, technology, hospitality, and renewable energy, Mahindra has lived by its purpose of Rise: empowering others to rise. Today, Mahindra operates in over 100 countries, serving millions, while championing sustainability, skilling, gender equity, and rural prosperity.
Programs like Nanhi Kali (supporting girls’ education) and Kaabil (women’s livelihood skilling) reflect Mahindra’s belief that growth is not just about profits but lasting impact.
Despite global headwinds, Mahindra sees India uniquely positioned to emerge as a global manufacturing powerhouse, driven by infrastructure, talent, and policy support. Aligned with this opportunity, Mahindra continues to build a globally recognized brand while remaining deeply anchored in its values.
As Mahindra enters its ninth decade, it reaffirms its role as more than just a group of companies—it is a platform of possibilities, powered by its people, partners, and communities, all coming together to Rise.
