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Hiranandani Group
The Glittering 'Hira' of Construction Business.
The Hiranandani Group needs no introduction in the business
circles of Mumbai. The group commenced business in 1976 with activities
in the areas of food export, textiles and construction; and from
1981, focussed almost completely on real estate development and
construction.The first project undertaken by them, was in Versova
followed by Powai in 1987 and Thane in 1996. The group has also
diversified into education, horticulture, hospitality, entertainment
and retailing .
The Hiranandani Gardens, one of the group's major projects
is impressive. It offers people not only a place to live but also
to shop, work and play. The Residents of the complex hail from a
cross section of communities and some of the corporates who house
their offices in the complex are Hoechst, Tata Unisys, Larson
& Toubro, United Phosphorus, Indian Oil, Bank of Maharashtra,
Oriental Bank of Commerce, IPCL, Mukand, Lupin, GIC, Procter &
Gamble, Bayer, Chemtex, Colgate, Castrol, Bechtel, Enron, Schindler,
ICICI Bank and State Bank, to name a few.
Mumbaibest.com brings you face to face with the dynamic
Managing Director of Hiranandani Group, Niranjan Hiranandani.
How was the foundation of The Hiranandani Empire laid?
 "I
have been into business for about 25 years. Being a qualified chartered
accountant, getting into business was absolutely by default. During
the initial business years, I found that the business we were into
did not give us the necessary wherewithal of being proud of all
the work that we were doing.The builders did not bother about the
quality of material used, nor did they bother to check if it was
substandard. I strongly felt that we needed to make a substantial
paradigm shift into the business process that we followed. The first
thing we did was improve the quality of our work, with major emphasis
on constructing buildings and infrastructure of sound quality, ensuring
a long life and low maintenance cost. Initially , even though we
had to sell the flats at a lower price, we did not charge any additional
amount for giving superior quality of materials nor did we charge
them anything extra for additional amenities."
What sets you apart from the innumerable other builders of Mumbai?
 "As
developers we always thought of not only giving a dwelling unit,
but also a better quality of life. The housing complexes that we
have developed, have 40% area reserved for gardens, trees and parks.
We have also created amenities like shopping centers, supermarkets,
entertainment centers, game centers, club-houses etc. Our housing
complexes have been landscaped and designed by the best in the field.
The activities of our group have always been underlined with the
concept of offering our clients better value for their money. The
reputation that we enjoy is superior because of the quality of work
we are doing."
Proximity to travel nodes- being a crucial factor in selection
of a home; how did Hiranandani Housing Complex manage to take-off
inspite of it being located in the interiors?
"Over the last three decades, Mumbai has grown by leaps
and bounds and is ranked as the business or commercial capital of
India. Due to this and the ever increasing expansion of economy
and industry, in and around the city, there has been a constant
increase in the need for ownership properties. Due to the near-unavailability
of land for development within the metro, a trend has now started
wherein different pockets of residential-cum-commercial premises
are being developed and offered to customers. Our attempt is to
make each such project one which has schools/colleges, hospitals,
banks, bus depots, gardens and modern communication facilities.
The quality of construction in such projects has improved with emphasis
on, providing wide open recreational areas, gardens, club houses,
shopping plazas and much more. This trend has attracted many to
opt and choose to stay and work in such locations, making their
living moreconvenient and enjoyable."
What makes Hiranandani Gardens an ideal place to live?
 "Better
amenities in construction, pollution free environment to live, natural
surroundings amidst lush-green landscape and hills and free from
traffic congestion and self contained township. The Hiranandani
group strikes a perfect balance between economic opportunity and
lifestyle."
Where is the group headed? What are the other projects in the
anvil?
"The Hiranandani construction is known for their excellence
not only in their architectural elevations but also for their master
plan of communities. The group has redefined the concept of lifestyle
in India. The Hiranandani Group, is now leaping ahead in the construction
of Hi-Tech-Digital Infrastructure. Maintaining our standards
of modern and Hi-Tech-Architecture, the Hiranandani's have launched
three new state-of-art residential towers: Tivoli, Verona and
Avaion and a Hi-Tech Commercial Complex, Zenta. These
residential complexes are the pride of Hiranandani Gardens, with
a backdrop of majestic hills and landscaped gardens."
What is your vision for the group?
"Making quality products at affordable prices and also
the desire to give the customers better amenities as per international
norms and provide the highest levels of quality service."
 Being
the Director of HUDCO- (Housing Urban Development Corporation Limited);
The Vice President of Maharashtra Chambers of Housing Industry and
many such Governmentaland non-Governmental organizations; how do
you manage it all?
"I believe in positive contribution to the society. Most
of my work has been in the real estate field. I cherish being able
to share my good experiences in order to improve the development
of the industry and provide a good environment to live in. Besides
this, contributing in the area of social and cultural issues gives
me great satisfaction since I believe in 'what society gives you,
you ought to give it back."
A bit of trivia, for the inquisitive reader to know; Birtwood
Prinston, Olympia...what inspired the names of the buildings
at your complex?
"I believe in providing a good product. Names are an additional
point to make it beautiful, but there is no significance behind
them. A good product speaks for itself."
Address:
Hiranndani Construction pvt ltd
Olympia, Central Avenue,
Hiranandani Gardens,
Powai, Mumbai - 400 076
Tel: 91-22-5706441 / 570 6466
Fax: 91-22- 570 6450
Website: www.hiranandani.com
e-mail: niranjan@hiranandani.net
By: Supriya Rathod
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