Dr. Mahesh Gupta
(BT/ME/75)
Dr. Mahesh Gupta is a first-generation entrepreneur and is known worldwide for revolutionizing the water purification industry in India. He is the Founder-Chairman of Kent RO Systems Ltd., India's leading RO Water Purifier Company.
Profile
Dr. Gupta received his B.Tech Degree in Mechanical engineering from IIT Kanpur in 1975 and Master's degree from the Indian Institute of Petroleum, Dehradun. He has been instrumental in revolutionizing purified drinking water in India. He patented the technology in 1990 and launched the brand Kent RO.
Dr. Gupta began his early career in 1978 with the prestigious Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. In 1988, he bid goodbye to the oil sector giant, with a mission to save the precious petroleum products, and ventured into the business of manufacturing oil conservation equipment. This business was based entirely on his home-grown innovations.
Dr. Gupta then launched India's first domestic RO water purifier and started the company from scratch. Competing with the leading national & international brands, he brought Kent RO Systems Ltd., to a leading position commanding a market share of about 40% in RO water purifier segment.
It is a well known fact that 70% of diseases to mankind are because of impure water. To tackle this challenge Dr. Gupta invented the Mineral RO and millions of people have taken advantage of this technology and have been able to protect their family from the fatal water borne diseases.
Dr. Gupta has always looked at projects which are big on Sustainability and energy saving. The project to manufacture Kuhl Power Saving Fans has been initiated to save electrical energy. These fans are based on the latest BLDC Technology and save energy. Kuhl Stylish Fans uses only 28 W electricity as against 80 W of Induction Fans and thus saves massive up to 65% electricity. What's more these are Smart Fans which operate on Smart Phones, Remote , Alexa and WiFi and some of the most unique features like downlight, ring light and reverse mode.
Kuhl Power Saving Fans are being manufactured at a state-of-the-art plant at Noida. The project has been set up at a cost of over Rs 200 Cr. There are over 25 Ultra Stylish Fans in the current range - Platin, Luxus, Brise and Prima, in 1500, 1200 and 900 Sweep. Launched in January 2023 these fans have been able to establish its unique style, language and technology edges and are truly called Power Saving Stylish Fans.
In recognition of his contribution, he is known as the PURE WATER MAN of India. He has received an Honorary Doctorate from Sri Sri University Orissa.
Dr. Mahesh Gupta has great interest in academics. He is presently on the Board of Governors of IIT Kanpur, Board of Governors of Jaipuria Institute of Management, Board of Governors of New Delhi Institute of Management and helping in shaping young minds.
Dr. Mahesh Gupta has been very actively involved with industry bodies like ASSOCHAM, CII & PHD Chamber of Commerce. He completed his term as the President of PHD Chamber in 2016. During his tenure, he revolutionized the Chamber and brought it into prominence through his interactions with Govt. and key administrators. His views have been widely covered by print and electronic media & many of the views have been incorporated into policies of the Govt.
Contributions to IITK
- Kent RO Chair.
- Enable Online Education.
Achievements and Honors
- Recipient of Distinguished Alumni Award, 2011 by IIT Kanpur.
- Recipient of ET NOW Leaders of Tomorrow Award
- Recipient of Asia’s Most Promising Leaders Award