Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
Pioneer of India's Biotech Revolution
Biography
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw is a pioneering Indian entrepreneur who founded Biocon Limited, elevating it to a leader in biopharmaceuticals. Recognized with the Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan, she is also a dedicated philanthropist supporting science education and research in India.
Her journey from a modest beginning to building one of Asia's leading biopharmaceutical companies is a testament to vision, perseverance, and scientific excellence. She has been a vocal advocate for affordable healthcare and has made significant contributions to making life-saving medicines accessible to millions.
I am because...
"They said a woman couldn't build a biotech company in India. I built one anyway — because every patient who can't afford medicine deserves someone stubborn enough to find another way."
— Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
Conversations
Sam Pitroda in conversation with Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
A fireside chat exploring the moments, challenges and choices that shaped modern India.
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