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Deccan Herald
6 days ago
- Deccan Herald
Pune-based Giripremi plan expedition to Mount Meru
The Mount Meru expedition will be led by veteran mountaineer and mentor Umesh Zirpe, an expedition leader-par-excellence, who has been conferred with the Government of India's Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award and Maharashtra government's Shiv Chhatrapati Award.
Time of India
12-07-2025
- Time of India
A Super Cop On 4 Peaks Of Glory
1 2 Nagpur: What's common in Mount Everest (8,848.86m), Mount Makalu (8,485m), Mount Manaslu (8,163m), and Mount Lhotse (8,516m)? These snow-clad peaks are the landmarks that define the grit, perseverance and passion for mountaineering in assistant police inspector (API) Shivaji Nanaware, who is probably the only Indian police personnel to have achieved the feat of scaling these four over 8,000 metres tall mountains. "Mountains at a point detach you from everything else. No cell phone network, none to speak, it's only the mountain and you. You discover yourself in such solitude," says Nanaware, 39, who is posted at Nagpur city police crime branch's social security unit. According to Nanaware, he hasn't come across another cop in India who has scaled four mountains above 8,000 metres. Eyeing the Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award for mountaineering, Nanaware was on par with a Himachal Pradesh woman cop, who had climbed three mountains above 8,000 metres, until he scaled Mount Lhotse. A poor farm labourer-turned-police officer hailing from Kondhej, a small village in Solapur district, Nanaware has always strived to overcome adversity. The more than 300 rewards and many detections under his belt are testament to his abilities. Born on October 8, 1985, into a Warkari family with modest means, Nanaware grew up tending to his family's five-acre rain-dependent farm. His early life was defined by toil — working on others' fields to make ends meet. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Balintawak : SUV Clearance Sale, Click Here To See Prices SUV Deals | Search Ads Search Now Undo Yet, his resolve to rise above his circumstances led him to pursue education at Bharat High School in Jeur. In 2005, he joined the Maharashtra police as a constable in Pune. Driven by ambition, he cleared the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) exam in 2013 to become a police sub-inspector. Nanaware's tenure in the Naxal-affected Gadchiroli district, where he trekked rugged terrains with the Special Operations Squad, enhanced his endurance and earned him over 200 awards, including the Director General of Police's insignia. "Two Mongolian mountaineers who were scaling Everest with us perished in the expedition, but I endured with my fitness. I work on my fitness a lot," he says. His exemplary investigations, such as cracking a high-profile jewellery heist in rural Pune, also earned him accolades. His passion for mountaineering was ignited in the Sahyadri ranges during his posting in rural Pune. He honed his skills trekking historic forts from Salher to Panhala. In 2020, he reached the summit of Kang Yatse II (6,250m) in Leh-Ladakh, followed by an A-grade mountaineering course at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute in Manali in 2021. Though an attempt on Mount Nun (7,135m) failed due to bad weather, it only fuelled his determination. In 2023, Nanaware reached the peak of Mount Everest on May 17 after a 39-day expedition, becoming the first from Solapur to achieve the feat. His village welcomed him as a hero. He scaled Mount Makalu on May 30, 2024, braving 55 days of harsh conditions, and Mount Manaslu on September 24, 2024. His crowning achievement came on May 23, 2025, with Mount Lhotse, navigating challenges akin to Everest's treacherous routes. Nanaware's feats, accomplished as the sole Indian in international climbing teams, earned him accolades from Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis and brought laurels for the state police. Nanaware says his support system played a pivotal role — batchmates from his constable and sub-inspector days, friends, and village community rallied behind him. Nagpur city commissioner of police Ravinder Kumar Singal provided crucial support, helping Nanaware scale three peaks in a year. Deputy commissioner Rahul Maknikar and assistant commissioner Abhijeet Patil also backed his endeavours. Adding a heart-warming dimension, Nanaware's nine-year-old daughter Devyani has followed in his footsteps, becoming probably one of India's youngest to reach Everest Base Camp (5,364m) at age nine. While his wife, Chhaya, initially knew little about mountaineering, Devyani's confidence in her father's strength reassured the family during his expeditions. "My daughter would tell my wife, 'Don't worry, Papa is strong, nothing will happen to him'," Nanaware recalls. "A small village doesn't limit your dreams; a big heart does the job," he says, urging youth to shun addiction and embrace challenges. Nanaware's journey proves that with determination, even the highest peaks are conquerable. He has a secret motivation to scale higher-and-higher. "If I ever meet God, I can proudly tell Him about having stepped onto the highest peak in the world created by Him," he says.
Indian Express
08-07-2025
- General
- Indian Express
Mountaineer Umesh Zirpe conferred with Sahyadri Ratna award
Veteran mountaineer Umesh Zirpe, known for his successful expeditions over more than three decades, was honoured with the Sahyadri Ratna award on Sunday in Nashik. The award was conferred in the presence of Milind Gunaji, Dr. Vijay Suryawanshi (IAS), and Advocate Nitin Thakare. This award is given by the Sahyamitra Foundation in memory of the late Avinash Joshi. And the foundation has been organising the Sahyadri Mitra conference in Nashik for the past three years, which features photography exhibitions, expert lectures, interviews, panel discussions, and honours individuals and organisations that have made outstanding contributions in the fields of mountaineering and rock climbing. Enthusiasts who include mountaineers, adventure seekers, and admirers of Shivaji Maharaj, across the state, participate in the programme. This year, the Sahyadri Ratna 2025 award was conferred to Umesh Zirpe. Zirpe is the founder and director of Guardian Giripremi Mountaineering Institute, a Pune-based mountaineering club and Giripremi Adventure Foundation. He is also the recipient of the Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award 2023 and the Shiv Chhatrapati Award 2014. Over the past 35 years, Zirpe has had vast experience of the adventures in the Sahyadri and Himalayan mountain ranges. And is also famously known to have scaled eight of the world's highest eight-thousanders, including Mount Everest.
India.com
21-06-2025
- Business
- India.com
Meet man who was once richer than Mukesh Ambani, Adani, Ratan Tata, now lives in a rented flat due to..., his name is..., business was...
There was a time when Vijaypat Singhania was one of the most well-known and respected businessmen in India. He was not just rich, he was a symbol of success, power, and fame. People looked up to him as an example of what it meant to be truly wealthy and influential. But life took a painful turn. Today, at the age of 86, Vijaypat lives alone in a small rented flat in Mumbai, far away from the luxury and status he once had. Made Raymond a global name Vijaypat Singhania was born into the famous Singhania business family. His uncle, G.K. Singhania, had started the Raymond Group, but it was Vijaypat who turned the brand into a global success. He became the chairman of Raymond in 1980 and led the company until 2000. Under his leadership, Raymond became one of the top names in premium suiting fabric not only in India but around the world. He gave Raymond its iconic identity as 'The Complete Man', a campaign that made the brand relatable and aspirational. A true business legend Vijaypat built an empire worth thousands of crores and made Raymond a brand that every Indian was proud of. But despite his huge success, things didn't end well for him personally. Disputes within the family and changes in business control left him with little to his name. A Father-son relationship gone sour The turning point in Vijaypat Singhania's life came when he tried to divide his business between his two sons, Gautam and Madhupati. Madhupati had already moved to Singapore and stepped away from the business. In 2015, Vijaypat transferred his shares and control of Raymond Group to his son, Gautam Singhania, believing it was the right step for the family business. However, this decision backfired as a bitter dispute erupted between father and son. After getting control of the business, Gautam slowly began distancing his father from company matters. In 2018, Vijaypat was removed as Chairman Emeritus of Raymond, severing his ties with the company he once built. What hurt even more was that Vijaypat was eventually asked to leave his ancestral home where he had spent much of his life. This is the same man who once owned private jets, luxury bungalows, and had an army of staff at his service. Today, he lives all by himself in a small rented apartment in Mumbai. An award-winning aviator Many people know Vijaypat Singhania as the man behind the success of Raymond, but few know that he is also a professional aviator. His love for flying came from none other than JRD Tata, the legendary founder of the Tata Group and a pioneer in Indian aviation. Vijaypat broke records and earned national honors. In 1994, he made a world record by flying a hot air balloon to a height of 69,852 feet above sea level. His passion earned him the Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award in 2001, followed by the prestigious Padma Bhushan in 2006. That same year, he was also appointed as the Sheriff of Mumbai, and the Indian Air Force honored him with the title of Honorary Air Commodore. No regret about life, but… Even after all the ups and downs in his life, Vijaypat believes that money is never permanent and what truly lasts are a person's values and actions. In a heartfelt interview, he admitted that he deeply regrets trusting his son and giving away all his wealth. That decision cost him not just money, but also family and peace. Today, he finds himself completely alone. But despite the heartbreak, he still sees himself as a fighter. He says, 'I've seen everything in life…. the top and the bottom. What I've learned, no business school can teach.' While Vijaypat now leads a modest life, his son Gautam Singhania enjoys an ultra-luxurious lifestyle. Gautam owns JK House, a towering mansion worth Rs. 6,000 crore (USD 81 million), located on Mumbai's Altamount Road, just beside Mukesh Ambani's Antilia—one of the world's most expensive homes.
India.com
19-06-2025
- Business
- India.com
Meet Man Who Once Surpassed Ambani, Adani & Tata In Wealth—Now Lives In Rented Flat Due To….
photoDetails english Once one of India's richest businessmen—richer than Ambani, Adani, and Tata—Vijaypat Singhania built the Raymond empire into a global brand. But after handing over his stake to his son Gautam, a bitter family feud left him with nothing. Today, at 86, the former tycoon lives in a rented flat, far from the lavish life he once led. Updated:Jun 19, 2025, 05:20 PM IST From Billionaire to Renter 1 / 8 While names like Mukesh Ambani, Gautam Adani, and Narayana Murthy dominate India's billionaire club today, there was a time when one man outshone them all in wealth and influence. Meet Vijaypat Singhania — once a textile tycoon, now 86 and living in a rented flat after a heartbreaking family fallout. (Image credit: @divya_gandotra/x & Social Media) Who Is Vijaypat Singhania? 2 / 8 Vijaypat Singhania was the chairman of the Raymond Group from 1980 to 2000. He turned the homegrown brand into a global name in the textile and fashion industry. Born into the wealthy Singhania family, he carried forward the legacy of his uncle, G.K. Singhania. The Business Empire He Built 3 / 8 Under his leadership, Raymond became synonymous with premium suiting in India. From small-town outlets to international showrooms, Raymond became a household name thanks to his vision and business acumen. A Family Feud That Changed Everything 4 / 8 Trouble began when Vijaypat tried to divide the business between his two sons — Madhupati and Gautam Singhania. While Madhupati distanced himself by moving to Singapore, Vijaypat handed over his 37 per cent stake in Raymond to Gautam in 2015. What followed was a bitter fallout. Ousted By His Own Son 5 / 8 After transferring his shares, the relationship between Vijaypat and Gautam soured. Eventually, Gautam ousted him from the family home. With no control over the company or assets, Vijaypat was left without wealth or a place to stay. Now Lives in a Rented Apartment 6 / 8 Today, the man who once owned jets, mansions, and held the reins of a billion-dollar company lives in a rented flat. In an emotional interview, he shared how his once-lavish lifestyle is now a memory, and how personal betrayal hurt more than financial loss. More Than a Businessman 7 / 8 Vijaypat is also an acclaimed aviator. Inspired by J.R.D. Tata, he's a trained pilot and was honored with the Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award (2001) and the Padma Bhushan (2006). He was also named Sheriff of Mumbai in 2006 and made Honorary Air Commodore by the Indian Air Force. Legacy Beyond Loss 8 / 8 Despite the setbacks, Vijaypat's legacy remains strong. He made Raymond a global brand, earned respect as a leader and aviator, and inspired many with his resilience. His story is a reminder that wealth can be fleeting, but legacy and dignity endure.
