Vice President Unveils Gopichand P. Hinduja's Book 'I Am?' Amid Global Recognition
Big Names Gather for Cultural Celebration in Delhi
The air was thick with anticipation at the Vice President’s Enclave in New Delhi on February 8, 2025. This wasn’t just another book launch. Gopichand P. Hinduja, the chairman steering the massive Hinduja Group, unveiled his much-awaited work, 'I Am?', with Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar himself presiding over the gathering.
This event was far from low-key. Political influencers, influential business figures, and faces from the international diplomatic circuit all turned up. There’s something about a book that weaves philosophy, identity, and business wisdom together that draws everyone in. The presence of this crowd signaled just how big a deal this compilation is set to become in intellectual and cultural circles.
Sanatan Dharma, Modern Leadership & Praise from Abroad
When Vice President Dhankhar took the stage to introduce the book, he didn’t hold back. He spoke of 'I Am?' as a thoughtful and deeply reflective work, sitting comfortably at the intersection of ancient values—like those found in Sanatan Dharma—and the evolving spirit of modern India, or 'Bharatiyata'. For him, the book’s true strength lies in making these timeless ideas accessible and relatable far beyond India’s borders.
What raised even more eyebrows were the endorsements flowing in—straight from King Charles III in the UK and Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, the UAE’s Minister of Faith and Tolerance. It isn’t every day a single work appeals to such a diverse group of global leaders, signaling the universal ideals that the book manages to reflect.
But the story didn’t stop at recognition. Ashok P. Hinduja, Gopichand’s brother and the man heading Hinduja Group of Companies (India), peeled back a layer on what makes their family—and their global conglomerate—tick. He told the audience how their business rides on values grounded in Sanatan Dharma, even as the group deals with wildly different cultures across continents. It’s not just a talking point; it’s a way of life for the Hindujas and the reason behind their staying power in the cut-throat international business world.
Throughout the evening, the buzz wasn’t just about the pages of 'I Am?'. The book became a symbol of a certain way of thinking: keep your roots strong while dealing with the entire world. For guests soaking in the atmosphere, it was clear that events like this—even in a global era—still put culture, dialogue, and curiosity front and center.