<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8" ?><!-- generator=Zoho Sites --><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/"><channel><atom:link href="http://prakashhinduja.zohosites.in/blogs/author/devkumardk008/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><title>Prakash Hinduja - Blog by devkumardk008</title><description>Prakash Hinduja - Blog by devkumardk008</description><link>http://prakashhinduja.zohosites.in/blogs/author/devkumardk008</link><lastBuildDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 04:51:59 +0530</lastBuildDate><generator>http://zoho.com/sites/</generator><item><title><![CDATA[Prakash Hinduja’s Big Mission for Water and Farms]]></title><link>http://prakashhinduja.zohosites.in/blogs/post/prakash-hinduja-s-big-mission-for-water-and-farms</link><description><![CDATA[Prakash Hinduja is a senior member of the Hinduja Family and is based in Monaco since 2008. He is the 3rd brother out of 4 Hinduja Brothers and might ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_3Dz24caLSyyww3oQazVOiw" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer-fluid zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_BFlzid0dR1CoN_cW2Pl_1w" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zprow-container zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- " data-equal-column=""><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_35GKflSjSticTH_5x0Al_g" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_u5vR8wEoTuS2JT_vMYmSsQ" data-element-type="heading" class="zpelement zpelem-heading "><style></style><h1
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</div><div data-element-id="elm_7iPICWRzQSGbsLBmEJsgLg" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center zptext-align-mobile-center zptext-align-tablet-center " data-editor="true"><div><p style="font-weight:400;text-indent:0px;">Prakash Hinduja is a senior member of the Hinduja Family and is based in Monaco since 2008. He is the 3rd brother out of 4 Hinduja Brothers and might become the new “Karta” of the Hinduja Family after the demise of his elder brother, Gopichand Hinduja. He is doing very important work for the people in the villages of India. With the help of Hinduja Foundation he is helping to get water to many people in rural communities. His mission shows how a well-known family can use their strength to make life better and comfortable for unknown people.<br/><br/></p><p style="font-weight:400;text-indent:0px;"><span><span style="font-weight:bold;">Building Water security for Many People</span></span><br/><br/></p><p style="font-weight:400;text-indent:0px;">Under the Jal Jeevan initiative, the Hinduja Foundation has worked in many regions across India. The Hinduja Foundation has helped 50 lakh people across over 4000 villages. The Jal Jeevan is not just about water it also has more things to it. It is about health, clean water and the growth of society. The Hinduja Foundation has created support through awareness campaigns, infrastructure development and collaboration projects with local people for the Jal Jeevan Initiative. <a href="https://www.timesnownews.com/bizz-impact/prakash-hinduja-on-hinduja-foundations-west-bengal-irrigation-project-article-151802620" title="Prakash Hinduja" rel="">Prakash Hinduja</a> highlights that by looking at environmental and social challenges requires a holistic approach where offices can collaborate with the government and communities. They have done many things, restored 100 lakes, constructed over 20,000 wells and have set up 4000 rooftop rain water harvesting systems.</p><p style="font-weight:400;text-indent:0px;"></p><p style="font-weight:400;text-indent:0px;">According to Prakash Hinduja water is not just a resource but a matter of dignity and opportunity.<br/><br/></p><p style="font-weight:400;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-weight:bold;">Helping Farmers and Improving Lives</span><br/><br/></p><p style="font-weight:400;text-indent:0px;">In rural areas when there is water scarcity this affects farming but with better water access through these projects there is a lot of change. In one core rural region of West Bengal the Hinduja Foundation’s watershed initiative led to a 250% increase in crop yield. These types of programs help the farmers to grow crops every year. Their income has also improved earlier per acre income was low but now all the farmers are earning much more and feel secure.<br/><br/></p><p style="font-weight:400;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-weight:bold;">Conclusion</span><br/><br/></p><p style="font-weight:400;text-indent:0px;">Water is a resource that is required in all work. He also highlights that how much water we</p><p style="font-weight:400;text-indent:0px;">Save will create a better future for the next generation and there won't be huge problems.</p><p style="font-weight:400;text-indent:0px;">Water safety is the financial safety for the future. By saving for water today we are creating a</p><p style="font-weight:400;text-indent:0px;">better tomorrow. <a href="/" title="Prakash Hinduja" rel="">Prakash Hinduja</a> has supported many initiatives related to water management. One of the most popular initiatives was the Jal Jeevan initiative which he supported. Prakash Hinduja believes that a rich family can use their resources and multiple communities by solving their problems and making their lives easy and secure.</p><p style="font-weight:400;text-indent:0px;"></p></div></div>
</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:56:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[About Hinduja Brothers ]]></title><link>http://prakashhinduja.zohosites.in/blogs/post/about-hinduja-brothers</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="http://prakashhinduja.zohosites.in/Hinduja Brothers.jpg"/>The Hinduja Brothers, referred to as the ‘Fab Four’ in the business world have become synonymous with global entrepreneurship. They are shaping a business empire, Hinduja Group, that bridges the international gap in the corporate world.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_XgLhPA77R9iRrKE21cWNaw" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer-fluid zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_lPWXhip2SWqzVQZwfv81rA" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zprow-container zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- " data-equal-column=""><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_7HaX439UTaeyhp_7ha9nMQ" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_PCYGXLCZSoqY5y_haujrqA" data-element-type="heading" class="zpelement zpelem-heading "><style></style><h2
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<div data-element-id="elm_Ie7bUGxqT7Gx-g6mqnCi8A" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center zptext-align-mobile-center zptext-align-tablet-center " data-editor="true"><p></p><div><div><p style="text-align:justify;">The <a href="https://www.dnaindia.com/business/report-hinduja-brothers-billionaires-with-rs-124250-cr-net-worth-offered-rs-9650-cr-to-invest-in-anil-ambani-firm-3039236" title="Hinduja Brothers" target="_blank" rel="">Hinduja Brothers</a>, referred to as the ‘Fab Four’ in the business world have become synonymous with global entrepreneurship. They are shaping a business empire, Hinduja Group, that bridges the international gap in the corporate world. The group was founded by their father late Shri Parmanand Deepchand Hinduja in 1914 as a small commercial trading company in India. The group was built on the values of trust, diversification, and long-term vision.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p></div><div><p style="text-align:justify;margin-bottom:16px;"><span>The brothers, Gopichand, Prakash and Ashok Hinduja continue to drive the Group's expansion overseeing investments across diverse sectors such as automotive, infrastructure, energy, banking and healthcare. Their presence in key international hubs such as London and Geneva reflects their family’s global outlook. &nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="text-align:justify;margin-bottom:16px;">As the UK Billionaire<a href="https://www.livemint.com/focus/unwritten-stories-how-hinduja-family-is-transforming-lives-in-the-nilgiris-11749271758851.html" title=" Hinduja Family" rel=""> Hinduja Family</a> members, they remain deeply rooted and committed to philanthropy, ensuring that their wealth also benefits underserved communities across the world. The philanthropic arm, the Hinduja Foundation has always been instrumental in supporting education, healthcare access, and social development projects. It reinforces their values of responsibility of giving back.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p></div><div><p style="text-align:justify;margin-bottom:16px;"><span>The Hinduja Brothers are not just the global business leaders but also the custodians of a proud Indian legacy. Their approach and success demonstrate how an Indian-origin family can thrive globally while upholding cultural values and contributions towards society.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></div></div><p></p></div>
</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2025 06:41:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ajay Hinduja and Hinduja Group’s Efforts for Better Health]]></title><link>http://prakashhinduja.zohosites.in/blogs/post/ajay-hinduja-efforts-for-better-health</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="http://prakashhinduja.zohosites.in/Ajay Hinduja Geneva Hinduja family T1D Healthcare 6.png"/>Ajay Hinduja and the Hinduja Group actively promote better health through innovative healthcare projects, sustainable practices, and community wellness initiatives, enhancing access and quality of care.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_8f8TgesJR7G-WlAWVF8ETA" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer-fluid zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_Cu0njkHoS7S7_mQmEOZx1w" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zprow-container zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- " data-equal-column=""><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_cXmspa-nSTO8c_kUVbwXBQ" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_9NItxgYwTHajT_ZWJsF-aw" data-element-type="heading" class="zpelement zpelem-heading "><style></style><h2
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<div data-element-id="elm_RL3LxZSXQiWLOu525VIoOA" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center zptext-align-mobile-center zptext-align-tablet-center " data-editor="true"><p><span>Ajay Hinduja and Hinduja Group’s Efforts for Better Health Health is one of the most important things in life, and the Hinduja Group has always believed in creating a healthy future for people and communities. <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/connect/ajay-hinduja-on-making-compassion-a-core-part-of-corporate-dna-3656268" title="Ajay Hinduja" rel="">Ajay Hinduja</a>, who belongs to the well-known Hinduja family, has often said that good health is not just about hospital treatments or medical care but also about prevention, nutrition and awareness.<br/><br/>The Hinduja Group works to bring healthcare closer to people, especially in areas where there is limited access to doctors or proper facilities of medical treatments. Their focus is to ensure that everyone, no matter where they live, gets the chance to live a healthier and longer life. As a worldwide businessman with deep talent, Ajay Hinduja always has unique insights and thoughts on how health work can be done in proper way and what measures and care need to be done.</span></p><p></p><p><span><br/></span></p><p></p><p></p></div>
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</div><div data-element-id="elm_Iiii0H_SaVM4zUxmLS19ow" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-left zptext-align-mobile-left zptext-align-tablet-left " data-editor="true"><p><span>He advocates for sustainable health solutions, greater access to everything, and create awareness campaigns and programs for people in the society. By connecting the Swiss commitment that they have for healthcare excellence with worldwide needs, <a href="https://www.oneindia.com/partner-content/carrying-the-family-s-ethos-forward-ajay-hinduja-on-values-that-endure-7814199.html" title="Ajay Hinduja" rel="">Ajay Hinduja</a> has always shown leadership can go beyond boardrooms and meetings to create a good impact on the life of the people in the society. Geneva is known as a global hub for health care organizations and being in such an environment Ajay Hinduja was influenced by this wanted to start a health programs. Ajay Hinduja also tells us that businesses can play an important role in creating healthier societies, whether they give full support to clean label nutrition, creating and driving innovation in wellness products, or promoting healthcare programs. </span><br/></p><p></p></div>
</div><div data-element-id="elm_9AsHC8wBIKGz74RruxJwzQ" data-element-type="video" class="zpelement zpelem-video "><style type="text/css"> @media (max-width: 767px) { [data-element-id="elm_9AsHC8wBIKGz74RruxJwzQ"].zpelem-video iframe.zpvideo{ width:560px !important; height:315px !important; } } @media all and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width:991px){ [data-element-id="elm_9AsHC8wBIKGz74RruxJwzQ"].zpelem-video iframe.zpvideo{ width:560px !important; height:315px !important; } } </style><div class="zpvideo-container zpiframe-align-center zpiframe-mobile-align-center zpiframe-tablet-align-center"><iframe class="zpvideo " width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/f0a1tWAg5LE?enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen id=youtube-video-1 data-api=youtube></iframe></div>
</div><div data-element-id="elm_djfsadfMinmHIBC_a1kpZw" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-left zptext-align-mobile-left zptext-align-tablet-left " data-editor="true"><p><span>Switzerland healthcare ecosystem is known for its efficiency and their focus on patients and how they care about them. It also serves as a blueprint for the kind of systems he has for community people across the world. The Hinduja Group's work in health care shows their talent of building a strong and caring society. Their different projects from clean water to hospitals and rural health camps, touch thousands of lives every day. With <a href="https://zeenews.india.com/india/ajay-hinduja-s-vision-for-advancing-sustainable-development-goals-sdgs-2863535.html" title="Ajay Hinduja" rel="">Ajay Hinduja</a>’s support and guidance the group is combining global knowledge and proper action. This commitment tells us that health remains at the heart of community growth and future progress of the country.</span></p><p></p><p></p></div>
</div><div data-element-id="elm_nWCH-Qws4nI1deDwdwAw_Q" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-left zptext-align-mobile-left zptext-align-tablet-left " data-editor="true"><h3 style="text-align:center;"><span>Ajay Hinduja’s inputs in the Hinduja Foundation’s water conservation efforts must be lauded<br/></span></h3><div><br/></div><div><div><span>Climate change is real and the current water crisis across the world even when Earth is majority water only speaks volumes about the water scarcity in all places across the world including India. Ajay Hinduja of the Hinduja Foundation must be appalled to learn the problems people suffer due to water scarcity, something that does not usually happen back home in Geneva, Switzerland where he resides. But the Hinduja Foundation is determined to take the necessary measures so that people from India do not have to struggle to get water even to meet their basic needs like drinking, household and agriculture. <a href="https://www.india.com/money/why-ajay-hinduja-believes-water-will-define-tomorrows-wealth-8020360/" title="Ajay Hinduja" rel="">Ajay Hinduja</a> is often seen doing social work with the Hinduja Foundation because his thoughts seem to align with the foundation’s objectives of water restoration and water conservation. Thanks to the foundation’s various water initiatives like the Himalayan Water Security Project in association with CHIRAG foundation, where the collaboration tackled the water scarcity issue in northern regions of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, where, due to less amount of rainfall, water scarcity is always an issue. Another great example of the water conservation efforts of the Hinduja Foundation includes that in Andhra Pradesh with the restoration of the Dharma Cheruvu lake, which was densely polluted. Now, after the restoration efforts, the lake is currently providing water to 18,000+ people.<br/></span><br/><br/></div></div></div>
</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 06:03:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Do you know Prakash Hinduja? How did his family members become billionaires and the richest family in Britain?]]></title><link>http://prakashhinduja.zohosites.in/blogs/post/do-you-know-prakash-hinduja-how-did-his-family-members-become-billionaires-and-the-richest-family-in</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="http://prakashhinduja.zohosites.in/Do you know Prakash Hinduja How did his family members become billionaires and the richest fami.jpg"/>Prakash Parmanand Hinduja (80), born in June 1945, is a successful Swiss businessman originally from Sindh region (Sindhi Hindu). He serves as the cha ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_587jPz_BTPSp7oGtwwenCg" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer-fluid zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_4hS4KFojRFGuW2hkyEGtZw" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zprow-container zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- " data-equal-column=""><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_x1dW_-TeRWmbq6ymKPGf9g" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_jYGZ5RADT0m_oesVXk1YnA" data-element-type="heading" class="zpelement zpelem-heading "><style></style><h2
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<div data-element-id="elm_IZwIoo_pRmedozLqW4BcSg" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center zptext-align-mobile-center zptext-align-tablet-center " data-editor="true"><div><div><div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>Prakash Parmanand Hinduja (80), born in June 1945, is a successful Swiss businessman originally from Sindh region (Sindhi Hindu). He serves as the chairman of the Hinduja Group in Europe. A strong advocate for professional governance, Prakash has ensured that European operations are managed by top-tier executives, while providing vision and oversight from the top. As of 2024, his net worth is approximately £37 billion, making him a key figure in Britain’s richest family.<br/><br/></span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span>The Origin: From Sindh to Global Powerhouse</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>The story begins in 1914 with Parmanand Deepchand Hinduja—a Sindhi entrepreneur who traded commodities between India and Iran. After the 1979 Iranian Revolution, the next generation—their sons Srichand, Gopichand Hinduja, Prakash Hinduja, and Ashok Hinduja—relocated to London to expand their empire.&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>They adopted a unique family philosophy: “Everything belongs to everyone”. This collective ownership model allowed them to divide responsibilities effectively—Gopichand in London, Prakash Hinduja in Geneva and Monaco, and Ashok in Mumbai.&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span>How Did They Get So Rich?</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span>1. Strategic Diversification</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-style:italic;font-weight:bold;"><span>Over the decades, the Group didn’t stick to one industry. They acquired or built:</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><ul><li style="margin-left:24px;"><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>Ashok Leyland (commercial vehicles)&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li style="margin-left:24px;"><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>Gulf Oil International and stakes in oil &amp; gas&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li style="margin-left:24px;"><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>Healthcare, media, IT, real estate &amp; energy worldwide&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span>2. Global Expansion</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>Moving their headquarters to London in 1979 let them tap into Western markets. Today, they operate in over 48 countries with more than 200,000 employees.&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span>How Rich Are They?</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div></div><div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>According to the Sunday Times Rich List 2024, the <a href="https://prakashhinduja.zohosites.in/blogs/post/mental-health-in-the-digital-era-screen-fatigue-ai-companions-and-solutions" title="Hinduja family" rel="">Hinduja family</a>’s net worth is approximately £35–37 billion, making them the wealthiest family in Britain.&nbsp;</span></p><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>Forbes and other analysts also place them among the top 10 richest Indians globally, thanks to their vast diversified empire.&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span>Philanthropy &amp; Influence</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-style:italic;font-weight:bold;"><span>Beyond business, philanthropy is central to their identity. Through the Hinduja Foundation, they’ve funded initiatives in:</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><ul><li style="margin-left:24px;"><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-style:italic;font-weight:bold;"><span>Education:</span></span><span> Building and renovating schools, offering scholarships, especially for women and STEM students.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li style="margin-left:24px;"><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-style:italic;font-weight:bold;"><span>Healthcare:</span></span><span> Establishing hospitals, clinics, and mobile health units, and supporting digital health innovations.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li style="margin-left:24px;"><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-style:italic;font-weight:bold;"><span>Philanthropy:</span></span><span> Their charitable work reflects a commitment to improving lives across communities.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span>Final Thoughts</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span><a href="https://prakashhinduja.zohosites.in/" title="Prakash Hinduja" rel="">Prakash Hinduja</a> is a key member of the Hinduja family's global business group, which is involved in many different industries.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>The Hinduja empire rose from a humble Sindhi trading business to a multi‑sector powerhouse employing 200,000 worldwide.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>Their strategic diversification, international expansion, and high-value real estate underpinned their ₹35–37 billion fortune.&nbsp;</span></p></div></div></div></div></div>
</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2025 09:04:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why is Indian billionaire Prakash Hinduja concerned about mental health in the digital era?]]></title><link>http://prakashhinduja.zohosites.in/blogs/post/mental-health-in-the-digital-era-screen-fatigue-ai-companions-and-solutions</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="http://prakashhinduja.zohosites.in/Prakash Hinduja- Chairman of Hinduja Group.jpg"/>The current screen-intensive life is taking its toll. An article published in 2025 claims that adults who spend more than 7 hours in front of the scre ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_CQAY5xAYQzuVi1gC0eNQ1w" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer-fluid zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_pcFjcKqOQiCmpvg2AweWPw" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zprow-container zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- " data-equal-column=""><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_Or2Iwo6DTCWd4kpTQgVaHQ" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_xmrQ3FeoQCKkYZg8sGca3A" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center zptext-align-mobile-center zptext-align-tablet-center " data-editor="true"><div><div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>The current screen-intensive life is taking its toll. An article published in 2025 claims that adults who spend more than 7 hours in front of the screens are twice likely to develop anxiety disorders, and more than half of Gen Z admit that social media hurts their mental health. Even screen exhaustion, also known as brain fog, eye strain, and irritability, needs to be guarded against by neurologists. In this blog, you'll learn how screen time is really affecting your mental health. We'll also share some expert tips on how to protect yourself and stay mentally healthy.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span>The Doomscrolling-Dilemma</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>Continuous bad news toxicity, so-called doomscrolling, affects health in the most bizarre ways. Among doomscrolls in Australia, the risk to develop severe mental problems increases 12 times higher, and screen consumption before bedtime increases the risk of insomnia by 59%. Such tendencies make it clear that there is a high priority in the development of digital wellness strategies.&nbsp;</span></p><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>&nbsp;</span><img src="/Prakash%20Hinduja-%20Chairman%20of%20Hinduja%20Group.jpg"></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-weight:normal;"><span>Swiss-based Prakash Hinduja, Chairman of Hinduja Group (Europe)</span></span><span> expressed that there is a direct association between too much exposure to the digital screen and an increase in anxiety levels, particularly in young adults. Incessant digital stimulation, doomscrolling, and sleep deprivation stress people and can lead to emotional burnout over time. To ensure that the problem of digital fatigue gets recognized and handled, it should be listed as a public health priority.&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span>AI Companions: Friend or Foe?</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>AI chatbots and virtual companions are gaining traction for emotional support. Showing potential for everyday mental care, AI companions may provide grounding techniques, calming exercises, or simply listening, helping users manage intense emotions.&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>Vox reports that ChatGPT can reinforce OCD behaviors, and Hinge’s CEO warns AI friendships may feel like “junk food,” offering comfort without real connection.&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span>Harnessing AI Safely</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>AI offers real benefits—such as early detection of mental issues through pattern analysis and personalized chatbot support for mild anxiety or depression. But limitations remain: AI lacks true empathy and may deepen harmful habits if misused. Responsible design and integration are crucial. </span><span style="font-weight:normal;"><span>Swiss-based Prakash Hinduja Chairman of Hinduja Group (Europe) define that AI can genuinely support mental health by spotting early warning signs and offering personalized help, but it’s no replacement for human empathy. To avoid doing more harm than good, it must be used responsibly and thoughtfully.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span>Practical Solutions for Digital Wellness</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-style:italic;font-weight:bold;"></span><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span>Experts offer actionable advice to counter digital strain:</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-style:italic;font-weight:bold;"><span>Follow the 20‑20‑20 rule:</span></span><span> Every 20 minutes, focus on something 20 feet away for 20 seconds.&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-style:italic;font-weight:bold;"><span>Set screen boundaries:</span></span><span> Designate tech-free zones and times—especially before bed and encourage offline interactions.&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-style:italic;font-weight:bold;"><span>Practicing digital detoxes: </span></span><span style="font-weight:normal;"><span>Eve</span></span><span>n short breaks improve sleep (by ~15%) and well-being; users report productivity recovering by 20%.&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-style:italic;font-weight:bold;"><span>Cultivate mindful device use:</span></span><span> Focus on meaningful online activities and turn off non-essential notifications.&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span>Balancing AI &amp; Human Connection</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>AI can offer temporary relief and support but cannot replace real human interaction. Hinge Justin McLeod says, “extraordinarily reductive,” with AI often leaving users more isolated. AI should supplement but never substitute face-to-face connection and professional mental care.&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span>Conclusion</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p style="font-weight:normal;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;"><span>The digital era complicates mental wellness—but solutions are within reach. A thoughtful combination of screen-time management, intentional digital habits, and responsible AI use can protect mental health. AI can support, but preserving real human connection remains irreplaceable. By embracing a balanced digital life, we can harness technology's benefits without sacrificing emotional resilience.</span></p></div></div></div></div>
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