THE MAN, THE MISSION, THE IMPACT
Ajay Gupta is a multi-venture edupreneur 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 progressive efforts popularised the FOFO (Franchise Owned, Franchise Operated) model, enabling quality education from PG (Play Group) to PG (Post Graduation).
Often known as the Franchise Man of India in certain circles, Ajay Gupta’s mission is primarily rooted in impact. He co-founded Rishihood University, the country’s first social-impact university that is designed to be fully inclusive and accessible for individuals with diverse abilities. This commitment to inclusivity and accessibility is deeply personal—having lived with an 80% locomotor disability due to polio since he was just nine months old. Undeterred by challenges, Ajay Gupta’s journey exemplifies empowerment for himself and others unlike anything else.
With a vision for creating unprecedented opportunities for everyone, Ajay Gupta was also among the country’s first edupreneurs to integrate technology such as Speak-O-Pen and Robotics into the school curriculum. His innovative foresight led to a strategic joint venture with Prismart Productions in 2013, positioning the Bachpan and AHPS Group of Schools at the forefront of tech-driven learning.
Often known as the Franchise Man of India in certain circles, Ajay Gupta’s mission is primarily rooted in impact. He co-founded Rishihood University, the country’s first social-impact university that is designed to be fully inclusive and accessible for individuals with diverse abilities. This commitment to inclusivity and accessibility is deeply personal—having lived with an 80% locomotor disability due to polio since he was just nine months old. Undeterred by challenges, Ajay Gupta’s journey exemplifies empowerment for himself and others unlike anything else.
With a vision for creating unprecedented opportunities for everyone, Ajay Gupta was also among the country’s first edupreneurs to integrate technology such as Speak-O-Pen and Robotics into the school curriculum. His innovative foresight led to a strategic joint venture with Prismart Productions in 2013, positioning the Bachpan and AHPS Group of Schools at the forefront of tech-driven learning.
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.
