THE MAN, THE MISSION, THE IMPACT

Ajay Gupta Businessman

Ajay Gupta is a multi-venture edupreneur, author, and entrepreneur, whose proactive initiatives have redefined how preschool, K–12, and university education is delivered in India. As the Founder and CEO of Bachpan Play School (1200+ branches nationwide) and Academic Heights Public School (AHPS) (120+ branches nationwide), he has built two of India’s largest and most successful franchise networks. His business-oriented mind and progressive efforts popularised the FOFO (Franchise Owned, Franchise Operated) model, enabling quality education from PG (Play Group) to PG (Post Graduation).


Known as the Franchise Man of India in certain circles and also an investor for startup businesses, Ajay Gupta’s mission is primarily rooted in impact. He co-founded Rishihood University, which is recognised as the country’s first social-impact university focusing on inclusivity and accessibility. As he has lived with an 80% locomotor disability due to poliomyelitis since he was only nine months old, this commitment to inclusion is personal for him. Ajay Gupta’s business-oriented mind and journey exemplify the pursuit of empowerment for himself and others alike.


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Known as the Franchise Man of India in certain circles and also an investor for startup businesses, Ajay Gupta’s mission is primarily rooted in impact. He co-founded Rishihood University, which is recognised as the country’s first social-impact university focusing on inclusivity and accessibility. As he has lived with an 80% locomotor disability due to poliomyelitis since he was only nine months old, this commitment to inclusion is personal for him. Ajay Gupta’s business-oriented mind and journey exemplify the pursuit of empowerment for himself and others alike.

Ajay Gupta is also among India’s first entrepreneurs to integrate tech learning tools such as Speak-O-Pen and Robotics into both the play school curriculum and the K–12 school curriculum. His foresight and funding for startups led to a joint venture with Prismart Productions in 2013.

Ajay Gupta’s contributions extend way beyond education. As the Founder of the Hum Honge Kamyab (HHK) Foundation, he actively endeavours to bridge the gap between persons with disabilities and the broader community through awareness. He also hosts a popular talk show with the name of “Saksham Yatra” to amplify inspiring stories of resilience and success for his audience. A TEDx speaker and bestselling author of “Decoding Business Minds”, Ajay Gupta’s efforts have touched the aspirations and ambitions of budding entrepreneurs as well, earning him numerous accolades for his overall impact on crores of lives.

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Hosted by Ajay Gupta (author and entrepreneur), Saksham Yatra is a popular talk show that celebrates human potential in its raw form, transcending race, ethnicity, abilities, nationalities, and genders.

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