Archive · 15 Aug 2025
Indian Innovators: Global Recognition and Independence Day
On India's Independence Day, we celebrate five remarkable people of Indian origin who have made a global impact.
Dr. Narinder Singh Kapany invented fiber optics, essential for the internet.
Reshma Kewalramani leads Vertex Pharmaceuticals.
Jay Chaudhry founded Zscaler, a cybersecurity company.
Maya Ajmera runs the Society for Science.
Vivek Chaand Sehgal built the Samvardhana Motherson Group, a major auto parts company.
These individuals, through their businesses and inventions, have brought pride to India.
Dr. Narinder Singh Kapany is hailed as the 'father of fiber optics' for his groundbreaking work.
Reshma Kewalramani is the CEO and President of Vertex Pharmaceuticals and one of the wealthiest Indian-origin women business leaders.
Jay Chaudhry is the founder and CEO of Zscaler, a leading cybersecurity company.
Maya Ajmera is the President and CEO of the Society for Science and Executive Publisher of Science News.
Vivek Chaand Sehgal is an Australian entrepreneur of Indian origin and founder of the Samvardhana Motherson Group (SMG).
- Who
- Dr. Narinder Singh Kapany, Reshma Kewalramani, Jay Chaudhry, Maya Ajmera, and Vivek Chaand Sehgal.
- What
- A summary of the accomplishments of five Indian-origin individuals who have achieved international recognition.
- When
- On India's Independence Day, 2025.
- Where
- Worldwide, with a focus on the United States and India.
- Why
- To highlight the contributions of Indian-origin individuals to global advancements and their impact.
- Narinder Singh Kapany's field
- Fiber Optics
- Reshma Kewalramani's Role
- CEO and President of Vertex Pharmaceuticals
- Jay Chaudhry's Company
- Zscaler
- Maya Ajmera's role
- President and CEO of the Society for Science
- Vivek Chaand Sehgal's Company
- Samvardhana Motherson Group (SMG)
- Kapany's Birthplace
- Moga, Punjab
- Chaudhry's Estimated Net Worth
- $17.9 billion
