Early Life
Hari Shankar Bhartia was born on December 12, 1956, in Calcutta. He obtained a Bachelor of Technology degree in Chemical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi in 1979. He began his career by joining the family business.
Rise to Success
Bhartia, along with his brother Shyam, co-founded the Jubilant Bhartia Group, a multinational conglomerate. The group has a strong presence in various sectors like pharmaceuticals, food services, and energy. Hari Bhartia gained prominence with the launch of Jubilant Life Sciences in 1995.
Key Business Strategies
Bhartia's business strategy includes diversification and innovation. The Jubilant Bhartia Group has expanded into pharmaceuticals, food services (Domino's Pizza and Dunkin' Donuts franchises in India), and energy sectors. The group has expanded its market reach internationally. Bhartia has also focused on strategic alliances and affiliations. In December 2024, the Bhartia brothers acquired a 40% stake in Coca Cola's Indian bottler for 125 billion rupees ($1.5 billion).
Philanthropy
Hari Bhartia is involved in philanthropy, focusing on education, healthcare, and community development. He and his brother established the Jubilant Bhartia Foundation. The foundation supports primary education, healthcare services, and livelihood generation programs.