Padmakar Nandekar
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Padmakar Nandekar is an Indian entrepreneur and humanitarian celebrated for his contributions to the media and entertainment industry and his active involvement in various social organizations.
Early Life and Education
Nandekar is a management graduate and gold medalist. He holds multiple degrees, including an MBA, M.Phil, and Dairy Technology.
Career
Nandekar began his professional journey as a Dairy Technologist in a milk dairy. Later, he joined the Children's Film Society India, where he played a pivotal role in producing the acclaimed television series Jungle Book – The Mowgli Story.[1]
He is also credited with pioneering the launch of several television channels in India, including DD Metro, Zee Cinema, and various regional channels.[2]
Universal Communications Ltd.
As the Founder, Chairman, and Managing Director of Universal Communications Ltd., Dr. Nandekar has significantly influenced India's media landscape. The advertising agency specializes in television shows, programs, events, and films, shaping the modern media industry in India.
Social Contributions
Dr. Nandekar is an active member of multiple social organizations. He has led various projects in Cuffe Parade as a senior member of the Cuffe Parade Resident Association (CPRA).[3]
A committed Rotarian since 2004, he served as the President of the Rotary Club of Bombay Queen City during the 2010-2011 term. Under his leadership, the club received the "Presidential Citation with Distinction" from Rotary International.[4]
Dr. Nandekar, along with his wife Parul, is a Major Donor and Bequest Society member. His entire family is recognized as Paul Harris Fellows.
Awards and Recognition
Dr. Nandekar has received numerous awards for his contributions:
- Maharashtra Gaurav Puraskar (2023): Presented by the Governor of Maharashtra for his societal contributions.
- Mahatma Gandhi Samman Award (2023): Recognized for humanitarian efforts in alignment with Gandhian principles.[5]
- Economic Times Award (2022): Honored for exceptional leadership and societal impact.[6][7]
- Times of India Award (2022): Acknowledged for significant contributions to the media industry.[8][9]
- Mahatma Gandhi Rathtriya Abhiman Puraskar (2023): Awarded at the YB Chavan Centre in Mumbai for social work.[10]
- Honorary Doctorate in Media and Finance (2023): Conferred by the World Peace of United Nations University for contributions to media and finance.
References
- ↑ "Meet The Renaissance Man- Dr Padmakar K Nandekar: A Philanthropist Entrepreneur - APN News". apnlive.com. Retrieved 2025-02-19.
- ↑ PR, ANI (2024-03-11). "Renowned Philanthropist Dr Padmakar Nandekar interacted with Miss World 2024, Congratulates Winner Krystyna Pyszkova". ThePrint. Retrieved 2025-02-19.
- ↑ "Dr. Padmakar Nandekar honored with Trendsetter Award 2025 at prestigious ceremony". Business Standard. 22 January 2025. Retrieved 19 February 2025.
- ↑ "Dr. Padmakar Nandekar received Iconic Jio Bollywood Life Wealth Coach Award 2024". Business Standard. 1 March 2024. Retrieved 19 February 2025.
- ↑ "Dr Padmakar Nandekar Awarded with Economic Times Award, Times of India Award in 2022 & Maharashtra Gaurav Puraskar, Mahatma Gandhi Samman Award In 2023 For His Social Contribution". King Newswire. 2023-11-29. Retrieved 2025-02-19.
- ↑ "Times Achiever 2022: See the full list of winners and honourees by category". ANI News. Retrieved 2025-02-19.
- ↑ Voice, Brand (2022-06-26). "Dr. Padmakar Nandekar Is Bestowed with Distinguished Changemaker 2022 Award By Economic Times". Retrieved 2025-02-19.
- ↑ "Dr. Padmakar Nandekar, President of Universal Foundation, Receives Honorary Doctorate in Media and Finance". UNI India. Retrieved 19 February 2025.
- ↑ PR, ANI (2025-01-22). "Dr. Padmakar Nandekar Honored with Trendsetter Award 2025 at Prestigious Ceremony". ThePrint. Retrieved 2025-02-19.
- ↑ "Celebrating Excellence: Shri. Mahatma Gandhi Rashtriya Abhiman Puraskar 2023". ANI News. Retrieved 2025-02-19.