On Father's Day, Rs 5,000 crore man remembers his father's priceless gift: ‘He gave me nothing, but …'
A father's love and support are as integral to raising a well-rounded child as a mother's. Every year, Father's Day is observed on June 15. This is the day reserved for acknowledging how fathers serve as the backbone of the family, and paternal love is as beautiful and irreplaceable as a mother's.
A Billionaire's Emotional Tribute
On this special occasion,
Dr. A. Velumani
, the founder of
Thyrocare
and one of India's most inspirational entrepreneurs, shared a deeply personal message in memory of his father. Through a heartfelt post on social media, he described how his father, despite not being able to provide luxuries or material comforts, gave him something far more valuable—unrestricted freedom. He wasn't raised with gadgets, extra coaching, branded drinks, or expensive bicycles. There were no lavish birthdays, vacation trips, or indulgent gifts. Yet, his father offered him something profound—the freedom to choose his own path in life.
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Velumani grew up without the things most children today take for granted, but he was allowed to decide what he wanted to study, where to live, what to purchase, and whom to marry. This freedom, he says, is what shaped his happiness and success. He encouraged others to offer their children the same liberty, believing it leads to deeper joy and fulfillment.
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"No money. No comfort. No coaching. No gadgets. No Horlicks. No Atlas. No holidays. No birthdays. No toys. No pampering. But gave me absolute freedom to choose," wrote the business tycoon.
— velumania (@velumania)
Humble Origins, Extraordinary Journey
Dr. A. Velumani's story is one of unwavering grit and vision. Born into poverty in a village near Coimbatore, his father was a landless farmer, and his mother sold buffalo milk to support the family. Their lives were built on hard work and simple values. Despite these limitations, Velumani pursued higher education with determination. He earned his PhD in thyroid biochemistry while working at the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), proving that one's circumstances do not define one's potential.
Building an Empire From Scratch
The true turning point in his life came when he ventured into entrepreneurship. With relentless dedication and business acumen, he established Thyrocare, which grew into a nationwide diagnostic brand. In 2021, Velumani made headlines when he sold a majority share of Thyrocare to PharmEasy for a remarkable ₹4,500 crore. What made this achievement even more extraordinary was how he did it—without loans, external investors, or media hype. He built his empire through disciplined reinvestment and steady growth, eventually owning over two-thirds of the company.
A Legacy Rooted in Freedom
In essence, Velumani's success is not just about business; it is about how a father's silent decision to grant freedom became the cornerstone of a son's triumph. On Father's Day, his story serves as a poignant reminder that true support doesn't always come wrapped in money—it often lies in trust and freedom.
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