HORIZONS BEYOND DREAMS…..AS IS WHAT IS

These are the memoirs of Dr. Pramod Chaudhari, a determined entrepreneur who founded and nurtured Praj Industries, a company established four decades ago, into its current technologically advanced form. In this book, he has documented the key moments that shaped this long journey. Rooted in rural Maharashtra and raised in a middle-class Indian family, Dr. Chaudhari’s personal and professional journey is an inspiration to many.
Through its ups and downs, Praj has carved a unique identity as a global leader in industrial biotechnology. Since entering the 21st century, the world has been facing new challenges rapid technological advancements and the pressing issue of climate change. As the Founder-Chairman, Dr. Chaudhari has been continuously presenting an innovative vision of the company to address these challenges while navigating business cycles of booms and slowdowns. Along the journey of four decades, Praj is blessed with support and encouragement from renowned industrialists and investors. Late Ratan Tata and Vinod Khosla were among the prominent industrialists who inspired and advocated the vision of Praj. While, Late Narayanan Vaghul and Late Rakesh Jhunjhunwala facilitated investments at important milestones to accelerate the growth.
The narrative style of this book is sincere and candid. The trust Dr. Chaudhari seeks to build with his readers makes it easier for them to understand the content and context, observe it without bias and draw their own conclusions. This book comes after the completion of Praj’s journey of 4 decades and coincides with the diamond jubilee of Dr. Chaudhari’s life. Dr. Chaudhari has mentored numerous young individuals, inspiring thern to embrace entrepreneurship and embark on successful business journeys. Through this path, he has nurtured the spirit of patriotism and the aspiration to contribute to the nation’s development among young entrepreneurs.