Punit Balan

So, Punit Balan—this guy’s not your run-of-the-mill business dude. While most folks his age were still stressing over their first job interviews, Punit had already snagged the Director spot at Balan Group. He skipped the MBA grind, rolled up his sleeves, and dove right into the family biz after grabbing his Commerce degree. Hands-on hustle, that’s his style. Always rocking that white kurti and jeans combo, he’s got this calm, sharp vibe that makes people pay attention. But business is just one slice of the pie. Punit’s out there making noise in all sorts of domains—film, sports, social work—you name it. He’s the brain behind India’s first online Ganesh Festival, and he’s top dog at the Shrimant Bhausaheb Rangari Ganapati trust in Pune. If you follow Indian sports, you’ve probably heard of his teams: Pune Jaguars, Mumbai Khiladis, Maharashtra Iron Man… the list goes on. He’s not just collecting trophies either—he’s actually supporting athletes who need a shot. During the pandemic, when everything was falling apart, Punit stepped up—helped out Ganesh Mandals, got people through tough times, and even renovated historic spots to keep the revolutionary spirit alive. Up north, with the Army’s help, he set up schools and hoisted a massive tricolor in Kashmir. Through his foundation, he’s bringing solid education and even ambulances to rural areas. And, yeah, the Indian Army noticed—handed him a commendation for his work in Kashmir. That’s Punit Balan for you: hustler, helper, and a guy who actually makes things happen.